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Basen, Armenia
Shirak · Armenia
Basen is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 1,186. Elevation: 5,374 ft (1,638 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Basen
Basen is a village in the Akhuryan Municipality of the Shirak Province of Armenia. The Statistical Committee of Armenia reported its population was 1,913 in 2010, up from 1,744 at the 2001 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,186 |
| Population Density | 2,372 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,374 ft (1,638 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.7577°, 43.9927° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
| Country | 🇦🇲 Armenia |
| State / Province | Shirak |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.6 inches (472 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.7 inches (12 cm) |
About Basen
Basen is a small town in Armenia (Shirak) with a population of 1,186. The city sits at an elevation of 5,374 feet (1,638 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.5°F |
| 19% below Armenia avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,374 ft (1,638 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,372/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7577°N, 43.9927°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (31 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 31 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 91 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 100 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 121 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 156 km |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 166 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.8 in |
Basen has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 18°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.7").
Radio Stations near Basen
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Aurora | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Marshall | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Basen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual 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 Basen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Գրադարան | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Basen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aida's Market | |||||
| Gamma | |||||
| Gyumri Central Market | |||||
| Karo Market | |||||
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| Գյումրու Շուկա | |||||
| Լաջինի միջանցք | |||||
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Breweries in Basen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Alexandrapol/ Gyumri Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Basen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Basen
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tsaghkadzor Ski resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Basen
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shirak International Airport | LWN | Large Airport |
| Zvartnots International Airport | EVN | Large Airport |
| Erebuni Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Arzni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bolnisi Parachutist Training Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hoktember Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Sky Club Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stepanavan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Armenia
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Basen
What is the population of Basen?
Basen has a population of 1,186 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 2,372 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Basen?
Basen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.