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Aragats, Armenia

Aragatsotn · Armenia

Aragats is a small town in Aragatsotn, Armenia with a population of 3,643. Elevation: 6,483 ft (1,976 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

3,643 Population 14/sq mi density
6,483 ft Elevation 1,976 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
31.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Aragats

Aragats

Mount Aragats is an isolated four-peaked volcano massif in Armenia. Its northern summit, at 4,090 m (13,420 ft) above sea level, is the highest point of the Lesser Caucasus and Armenia. It is also one of the highest points in the Armenian Highlands.

People

Population3,643
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation6,483 ft (1,976 m)
Population3,643
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation6,483 ft (1,976 m)
Coordinates40.4889°, 44.3529°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceAragatsotn
Average Temperature35°F (2°C)
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation31.2 inches (791 mm)
Annual Snowfall72.2 inches (183 cm)

About Aragats

Aragats is a small town in Armenia (Aragatsotn) with a population of 3,643. The city sits at an elevation of 6,483 feet (1,976 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Climate in Aragats

Aragats has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 753 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 66.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 80.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 61.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 91.3
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 109.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 58.6
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 39.4
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 24.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 22.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 68.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 66.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 64.8
Aragats has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches. The area receives 72.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 6,483 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average34.8°F
36% below Armenia avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,483 ft (1,976 m)
Area259.5 sq mi (672.1 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates40.4889°N, 44.3529°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.2"
18% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 72.2"
Wettest Month (May) 3.15"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

96 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M0.0 on Apr 6, 2025.

Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 111 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 126 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 80 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 136 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 84 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 104 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 86 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 43 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 74 km
Jan 23, 1998 18 km SSW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.9 125 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 52 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 101 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 104 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 93 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 82 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 94 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 64 km
Jul 30, 2004 16 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.7 97 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 78 km
Mar 14, 2002 21 km S of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.6 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (14 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 14 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 59 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 88 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 124 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 128 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 129 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 132 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.0 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in Wettest
June 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
August 65°F (19°C) 1.3 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 1.0 in
October 47°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.2 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 0.8 in

Aragats has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 13°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Aragats

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Kiss FM Armenia MP3 256 kbps
Radio Aurora MP3 256 kbps
Radio Marshall MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Aragats

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Perch Proshyan House-Museum
The house-museum of Viktor Hambardzumyan

Hotels in Aragats

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aragats hotel

Restaurants in Aragats

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aragats hall
Aragats Restaurant Арагац Ресторан

Monuments in Aragats

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Վիշապաքար

Gas Stations in Aragats

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AM #5777108391

Ski Resorts Near Aragats

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Tsaghkadzor Ski resort 0.0 $0

Airports Near Aragats

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shirak International AirportLWNLarge Airport
Zvartnots International AirportEVNLarge Airport
Erebuni AirportMedium Airport
Iğdır AirportIGDMedium Airport
Arzni AirportSmall Airport
Hoktember Highway StripSmall Airport
Sky Club AirstripSmall Airport
Stepanavan AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,980 m (6,496 ft)

🇦🇲 About Armenia

Capital Yerevan
Population 3,090,500
Area 29,800 km²
GDP (USD) $24,185,982,216
GDP per capita $8,159
HDI 0.786
Life expectancy 77.5 years
Internet users 80.0%
Urban population 65.7%
Currency AMD (Dram)
Languages Armenian
Calling code +374
TLD .am
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Armenia

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Ամանոր
Jan 2 New Year's Day Ամանոր
Jan 5 Christmas Day Սուրբ Ծնունդ
Jan 6 Christmas Day Սուրբ Ծնունդ
Jan 28 Army Day Բանակի օր
Mar 8 Women's Day Կանանց տոն
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Ամանոր
Apr 24 Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day Եղեռնի զոհերի հիշատակի օր
May 1 Labour Day Աշխատանքի օր
May 9 Victory and Peace Day Հաղթանակի և Խաղաղության տոն
May 28 Republic Day Հանրապետության օր
Jul 5 Constitution Day Սահմանադրության օր
Sep 21 Independence Day Անկախության օր
Dec 31 New Year's Eve Ամանոր

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aragats

What is the population of Aragats?

Aragats has a population of 3,643 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 259.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aragats?

Aragats has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.2 inches, with 72.2 inches of snow.

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