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Bavra, Armenia

Shirak · Armenia

Bavra is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 865. Elevation: 6,942 ft (2,116 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

Data updated June 2026

865 Population 1,311/sq mi density
6,942 ft Elevation 2,116 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
25.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Bavra

Bavra is a village in the Ashotsk Municipality of the Shirak Province of Armenia. The Statistical Committee of Armenia reported its population was 490 as per the 2011 census, down from 538 reported at the 2001 census.

People

Population865
Density1,311/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain25.9 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation6,942 ft (2,116 m)
Population865
Population Density1,311 / sq mi
Elevation6,942 ft (2,116 m)
Coordinates41.1203°, 43.8103°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceShirak
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation25.9 inches (658 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.1 inches (18 cm)

About Bavra

Bavra is a small town in Armenia (Shirak) with a population of 865. The city sits at an elevation of 6,942 feet (2,116 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 14°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Climate in Bavra

Bavra has an average annual temperature of 5.6°C (42°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-8.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 608 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -8.1°C / 17°F -12.4° / -3.8° 37.6
Feb -6.5°C / 20°F -11.4° / -1.6° 31.5
Mar -1.2°C / 30°F -5.8° / 3.4° 43.5
Apr 4.9°C / 41°F -0.2° / 10° 74.9
May 10°C / 50°F 4.3° / 15.6° 104.7
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 8.4° / 20.7° 79.5
Jul 17.6°C / 64°F 11.4° / 23.9° 51.9
Aug 17.8°C / 64°F 10.9° / 24.6° 42.5
Sep 13.7°C / 57°F 7° / 20.4° 30.0
Oct 8°C / 46°F 2.1° / 13.8° 47.3
Nov 1.2°C / 34°F -3.4° / 5.7° 27.8
Dec -4.8°C / 23°F -8.7° / -0.9° 36.4
Bavra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 289 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 25.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,942 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.8°F
32% below Armenia avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,942 ft (2,116 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,311/sq mi
Coordinates41.1203°N, 43.8103°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.9"
32% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 7.1"
Wettest Month (May) 4.17"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

127 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0.

Apr 29, 1991 22 km WNW of Java, Georgia M7.0 149 km
Jun 15, 1991 9 km NE of Java, Georgia M6.3 150 km
Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 150 km
Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 28 km
Jul 4, 1991 14 km E of Java, Georgia M5.4 143 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 17 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 90 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 144 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 147 km
Jan 19, 2011 18 km SE of Vani, Georgia M5.2 134 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 34 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 133 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 21 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 45 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 15 km
Apr 29, 1991 7 km SW of Java, Georgia M4.8 138 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 22 km
Mar 27, 1992 18 km WNW of Java, Georgia M4.8 150 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 45 km
Apr 25, 2002 Georgia-Armenia border region M4.8 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Samsari Volcanic Center (48 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 48 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 73 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 137 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 163 km
Kazbek Stratovolcano 5,050 m (16,568 ft) -750 185 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.4 in
March 23°F (-5°C) 1.6 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.6 in
May 44°F (7°C) 4.2 in Wettest
June 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
August 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 1.6 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 1.3 in

Bavra has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 14°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.2") and January the driest (1.2").

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Radio Stations near Bavra

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Bavra

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kolmykov House & Museum
Сиротский дом

Libraries in Bavra

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Գրադարան0.0

Ski Resorts Near Bavra

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Didveli (Bakuriani) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crystal (Bakuriani) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kokhta - Mitarbi (Bakuriani) 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Bavra

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shirak International AirportLWNLarge Airport
Kars AirportKSYMedium Airport
Bolnisi Parachutist Training Airfield-Small Airport
Stepanavan Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
2,150 m (7,054 ft)
Area
1.7 km² (0.7 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 Bavra

What is the population of Bavra?

Bavra has a population of 865 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 1,311 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bavra?

Bavra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow.

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