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Arapi, Armenia

Shirak · Armenia

Arapi is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 1,501. Elevation: 4,879 ft (1,487 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,501 Population 2,780/sq mi density
4,879 ft Elevation 1,487 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
17.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Arapi

Arapi

Arapi is a village in the Akhuryan Municipality of the Shirak Province of Armenia. Statistical Committee of Armenia reported its population was 2,053 in 2010, up from 1,980 at the 2001 census.

People

Population1,501
Density2,780/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation4,879 ft (1,487 m)
Population1,501
Population Density2,780 / sq mi
Elevation4,879 ft (1,487 m)
Coordinates40.7828°, 43.8058°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceShirak
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation17.4 inches (441 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)

About Arapi

Arapi is a small town in Armenia (Shirak) with a population of 1,501. The city sits at an elevation of 4,879 feet (1,487 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Arapi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 305 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 17.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,879 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below Armenia avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,879 ft (1,487 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density2,780/sq mi
Coordinates40.7828°N, 43.8058°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.4"
54% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 3.4"
Wettest Month (May) 3.11"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

110 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7.

Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 132 km
Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 65 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 45 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 78 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 134 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 115 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 114 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 48 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 37 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 100 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 43 km
Apr 25, 2002 Georgia-Armenia border region M4.8 146 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 57 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 129 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 45 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 77 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 40 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 42 km
Jul 30, 2004 16 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.7 125 km
Dec 5, 1999 14 km SSW of Göle, Turkey M4.6 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (44 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 44 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 85 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 115 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 128 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 159 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 181 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 184 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-9°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 19°F (-7°C) 0.9 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 1.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.1 in Wettest
June 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.0 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.0 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 0.8 in

Arapi has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 17°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Arapi

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
N23 High school - - - -
School N8 after Ghevond Alishan - - - -
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Radio Stations near Arapi

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Aurora - MP3 256 kbps
Radio Marshall - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Arapi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Avetic Isahakyan's Home and Museum
Hovhannes Shiraz Home and Museum
Kumayri Archeological Museum
Mher Mkrtchyan Home and Museum
Minas Avetisyan House-museum
Museum of National Architecture and Urban Life
Shirak Regional Museum
The Gallery of Mariam and Eranuhi Aslamazyan Sister
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Libraries in Arapi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
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Farmers Markets in Arapi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Aida's Market
Gamma
Gyumri Central Market
Karo Market
Market
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Գյումրու Շուկա
Լաջինի միջանցք
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Restaurants in Arapi

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Manifest

Cafes in Arapi

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

moosh bistro

Monuments in Arapi

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mother Armenia

Castles in Arapi

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Black Fortress

Breweries in Arapi

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Old Alexandrapol/ Gyumri Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Arapi

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Airports Near Arapi

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shirak International AirportLWNLarge Airport
Zvartnots International AirportEVNLarge Airport
Erebuni Airport-Medium Airport
Kars AirportKSYMedium Airport
Bolnisi Parachutist Training Airfield-Small Airport
Hoktember Highway Strip-Small Airport
Stepanavan Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,500 m (4,922 ft)
Area
1.4 km² (0.5 mi²)

🇦🇲 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 Arapi

What is the population of Arapi?

Arapi has a population of 1,501 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 2,780 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arapi?

Arapi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.4 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.

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