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Arafsa, Azerbaijan
Nakhchivan · Azerbaijan
Arafsa is a small town in Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan with a population of 927. Elevation: 5,272 ft (1,607 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
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About Arafsa
Ərəfsə is a village and municipality in the Julfa District of Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan. It is located 55 km in the north from the district center, on the right bank of the Alinjachay River, on the slope of the Zangezur ridge. Its population is busy with vine-growing, grain-growing and animal husbandry. There are a secondary school, a cultural house, two libraries, a communication center, and a medical center in the village. It has a population of 940.
People
Climate
| Population | 927 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,272 ft (1,607 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.2938°, 45.7881° |
| Timezone | Asia/Baku |
| Country | 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan |
| State / Province | Nakhchivan |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.9 inches (405 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.9 inches (12 cm) |
About Arafsa
Arafsa is a small town in Azerbaijan (Nakhchivan) with a population of 927. The city sits at an elevation of 5,272 feet (1,607 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Baku.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below Azerbaijan avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,272 ft (1,607 m) |
| Area | 491.1 sq mi (1,271.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2938°N, 45.7881°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Baku |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vaiyots-Sar (61 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 61 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 82 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 129 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 135 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 165 km |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.1 in |
Arafsa has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 23°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.3") and August the driest (0.6").
Museums in Arafsa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sisian History Museum |
Castles in Arafsa
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Arafsa
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nakhchivan International Airport | NAJ | Large Airport |
| Goris Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sisian Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Syunik Airport | YUK | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Arafsa
What is the population of Arafsa?
Arafsa has a population of 927 residents and is located in Azerbaijan. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 491.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Arafsa?
Arafsa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.9 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow.