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Buzhakan, Armenia

Kotayk · Armenia

Buzhakan is a small town in Kotayk, Armenia with a population of 1,675. Elevation: 6,053 ft (1,845 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

1,675 Population 109/sq mi density
6,053 ft Elevation 1,845 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
31.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Buzhakan

Buzhakan, also Romanized as Bujhakan; formerly, Babakishi), is a village in the Kotayk Province of Armenia. It is situated along the eastern foothills of the Tsaghkunyats mountain range, upon a fertile slope. Early settlers of the village began immigrating to the area in 1829 from Bitlis, Artsap, Alashkert, Mush, Sasun, and Khoy. The community has a school, kindergarten, and a library. In a wooded area to the north of Buzhakan is the well-known 10th-14th century Teghenyats Monastery, and to the east of the village are the ruins of a 6th-7th century church.

People

Population1,675
Density109/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation6,053 ft (1,845 m)
Population1,675
Population Density109 / sq mi
Elevation6,053 ft (1,845 m)
Coordinates40.4557°, 44.5195°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceKotayk
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 Buzhakan

Buzhakan is a small town in Armenia (Kotayk) with a population of 1,675. The city sits at an elevation of 6,053 feet (1,845 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.

Buzhakan 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 6,053 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

Elevation6,053 ft (1,845 m)
Area15.3 sq mi (39.7 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates40.4557°N, 44.5195°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.2"
18% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 72.2"
Wettest Month (May) 3.07"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

95 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 M5.5 121 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 141 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 89 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 148 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 70 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 118 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 89 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 48 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 83 km
Jan 23, 1998 18 km SSW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.9 126 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 52 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 81 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 102 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 111 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 103 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 92 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 72 km
Jul 30, 2004 16 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.7 99 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 88 km
Mar 14, 2002 21 km S of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.6 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (28 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 28 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 45 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 86 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 111 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 114 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 134 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 139 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 21°F (-6°C) 1.0 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.1 in Wettest
June 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
August 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in Warmest
September 60°F (15°C) 0.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 0.8 in

Buzhakan has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 13°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Buzhakan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Kiss FM Armenia MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Buzhakan

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

Libraries in Buzhakan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Charentsavan Library0.0
GoldenYerevan0.0

Farmers Markets in Buzhakan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Komitasi Shuka
Venus
Հին շուկա
Շուկա
Շուկա

Hotels in Buzhakan

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crystal Resort Aghveran

Monuments in Buzhakan

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buzhakan church 10ad

Breweries in Buzhakan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Aring Brewery
Aring Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Buzhakan

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Buzhakan

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Buzhakan

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

Post Offices in Buzhakan

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
3405

Treatment Centers in Buzhakan

8 treatment centers.

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Buzhakan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Teghenyats Monastery

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,820 m (5,971 ft)
Area
39.7 km² (15.3 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 Buzhakan

What is the population of Buzhakan?

Buzhakan has a population of 1,675 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 109 people per square mile, spread across 15.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Buzhakan?

Buzhakan 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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