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Arayi, Armenia

Aragatsotn · Armenia

Arayi is a small town in Aragatsotn, Armenia with a population of 517. Elevation: 6,106 ft (1,861 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

Data updated June 2026

517 Population 2/sq mi density
6,106 ft Elevation 1,861 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
31.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Arayi

Arayi is a village in the Aparan Municipality of the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. It is home to a ruined caravanserai dating back to 1213.

People

Population517
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation6,106 ft (1,861 m)
Population517
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,106 ft (1,861 m)
Coordinates40.4583°, 44.3751°
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 Arayi

Arayi is a small town in Armenia (Aragatsotn) with a population of 517. The city sits at an elevation of 6,106 feet (1,861 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.

Arayi 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 6,106 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

Elevation6,106 ft (1,861 m)
Area259.5 sq mi (672.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates40.4583°N, 44.3751°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 M5.5 115 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 129 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 84 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 137 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 83 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 108 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 84 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 47 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 77 km
Jan 23, 1998 18 km SSW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.9 123 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 48 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 98 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 108 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 97 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 86 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 91 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 67 km
Jul 30, 2004 16 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.7 94 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 82 km
Mar 14, 2002 21 km S of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.6 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (17 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 17 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 56 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 85 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 120 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 125 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 130 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 133 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

Arayi 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 Arayi

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Kiss FM Armenia MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Arayi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Botanical museum
Hovsep Margaryan house-museum
Khachatur Abovyan
Perch Proshyan House-Museum
The house-museum of Viktor Hambardzumyan

Libraries in Arayi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
GoldenYerevan0.0

Gas Stations in Arayi

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AM #3006218914
AM #3006218915
AM #9739968172

Breweries in Arayi

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Aring Brewery
Aring Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Arayi

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Ski Resorts Near Arayi

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Arayi

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

Treatment Centers in Arayi

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
"Art Med" MEDICAL REHABILITATION CENTER
"Art Med" MEDICAL REHABILITATION CENTER
DiaLab
Kantegh Medical Center
Medesy
Republican Speleotherapy Center
VitaMed

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arayi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Mary-Elizabeth Chapel

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,850 m (6,070 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 Arayi

What is the population of Arayi?

Arayi has a population of 517 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 259.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arayi?

Arayi 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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