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Aruch, Armenia
Aragatsotn · Armenia
Aruch is a small town in Aragatsotn, Armenia with a population of 1,291. Elevation: 3,999 ft (1,219 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Aruch
Aruch is a village in the Ashtarak Municipality of the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. It is located on the southern part of Mount Aragats. The settlement dates back to the 6th century when it was the winter camp of the royal army. It was later made to a permanent base by Grigor Mamikonian (661-682). The village is the location of the 7th century Armenian monastic complex Aruchavank, adjacent to it are the remains of the Mamikonians' palace.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,291 |
| Population Density | 582 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,999 ft (1,219 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.2875°, 44.0780° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
| Country | 🇦🇲 Armenia |
| State / Province | Aragatsotn |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.5 inches (801 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 90.4 inches (230 cm) |
About Aruch
Aruch is a small town in Armenia (Aragatsotn) with a population of 1,291. The city sits at an elevation of 3,999 feet (1,219 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.8°F |
| 26% below Armenia avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 329 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,999 ft (1,219 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 582/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2875°N, 44.0780°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (29 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 29 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 68 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 78 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 105 km |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 133 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-3°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 0.7 in |
Aruch has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 20°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 12.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.2") and September the driest (0.6").
Schools in Aruch
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aruch Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Aruch
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiss FM Armenia | - | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Aruch
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex and Marie Manoogian Treasury House | ||||
| Historical and Ethnographic Museum of Ejmiatsin | ||||
| Khoren Ter-Harutyunyan Museum | ||||
| Metsamor historical-archeological museum-reserve | ||||
| Museum aft. Hovhanes Hovhanisyan | ||||
| National Museum of Armenian Ethnography and History of the Liberation Struggle | ||||
| The house-museum of Viktor Hambardzumyan | ||||
| Մուշեղ Գալշոյան |
Libraries in Aruch
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Library Aft. H. Hovhannisyan | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Manoukian Manuscript Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Vache and Tamar Manukyan`s matenadaran | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Aruch
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural market of Tsiatsan community of Armavir region | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Mehmandar store |
Hotels in Aruch
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Aruch
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Aruch
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Aruch
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Aruch
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tsaghkadzor Ski resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Aruch
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shirak International Airport | LWN | Large Airport |
| Zvartnots International Airport | EVN | Large Airport |
| Erebuni Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Iğdır Airport | IGD | Medium Airport |
| Arzni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hoktember Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Sky Club Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Aruch
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aruchavanq |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Armenia
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Aruch
What is the population of Aruch?
Aruch has a population of 1,291 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 582 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Aruch?
Aruch has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches, with 90.4 inches of snow.