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Gandzakar, Armenia

Tavush · Armenia

Gandzakar is a small town in Tavush, Armenia with a population of 3,613. Elevation: 3,606 ft (1,099 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3,613 Population 2,030/sq mi density
3,606 ft Elevation 1,099 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
22.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Gandzakar

Gandzakar

Gandzakar is a village in the Ijevan Municipality of the Tavush Province of Armenia, located to the immediate south of the town of Ijevan.

People

Population3,613
Density2,030/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation3,606 ft (1,099 m)
Population3,613
Population Density2,030 / sq mi
Elevation3,606 ft (1,099 m)
Coordinates40.8429°, 45.1613°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceTavush
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation22.4 inches (569 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)

About Gandzakar

Gandzakar is a small town in Armenia (Tavush) with a population of 3,613. The city sits at an elevation of 3,606 feet (1,099 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Climate in Gandzakar

Gandzakar has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 588 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 22.7
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 40.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 40.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 55.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 98.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 80.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 49.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 38.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 30.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 64.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 43.2
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 25.0
Gandzakar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 295 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 22.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,606 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below Armenia avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,606 ft (1,099 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density2,030/sq mi
Coordinates40.8429°N, 45.1613°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.4"
41% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (May) 3.70"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

87 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 M5.5 134 km
Nov 27, 1997 12 km N of Sagarejo, Georgia M5.3 113 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 103 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 41 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 150 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 97 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 108 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 78 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 110 km
Apr 25, 2002 Georgia-Armenia border region M4.8 104 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 105 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 106 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 88 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 103 km
Sep 5, 1994 9 km NNW of Lagodekhi, Georgia M4.7 148 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 88 km
Jun 7, 2017 17 km S of Sighnaghi, Georgia M4.7 95 km
Oct 13, 2012 4 km E of Lagodekhi, Georgia M4.6 147 km
Jul 7, 1998 20 km SE of Q’vareli, Georgia M4.6 133 km
May 26, 2015 12 km WNW of Mingelchaur, Azerbaijan M4.6 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ghegham Volcanic Ridge (64 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 64 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 88 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 103 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 120 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 145 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 147 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.1 in Coldest
March 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
May 53°F (11°C) 3.7 in Wettest
June 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.2 in
December 33°F (0°C) 0.8 in

Gandzakar has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 29°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.8").

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Museums in Gandzakar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Berd History museum
Çingiz Ağanın Evi \ Qazax
Heydər Əliyev Muzeyi \ Qazax
Ijevan Local Lore museum
Ijevan Museum of History and Regional Studies
Literature Museum
Qazax Tarix Diyarşünaslıq Muzeyi
Timeland
Vaqif və Vidadin xatirə müzeyi \ Qazax

Libraries in Gandzakar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kitabxana Ağköynək0.0
Library Berd0.0
Qazax Uşaq Kitabxanası0.0
Qazax Yazıçılar Birliyi0.0

Farmers Markets in Gandzakar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Shuka

Restaurants in Gandzakar

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kain (Ator)

Castles in Gandzakar

4 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aghjka Berd Fortress
Mantash
Mantashaberd
Nerkin Danaghran

Train Stations in Gandzakar

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lusavats

Stadiums & Teams in Gandzakar

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Ski Resorts Near Gandzakar

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Gandzakar

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Erebuni AirportMedium Airport
Tbilisi Marneuli Air BaseMedium Airport
Akstafa AirportSmall Airport
Arzni AirportSmall Airport
Berd AirportSmall Airport
Bolnisi Parachutist Training AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
850 m (2,789 ft)
Founded
1762
Postal Code
4007

🇦🇲 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 Gandzakar

What is the population of Gandzakar?

Gandzakar has a population of 3,613 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 2,030 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gandzakar?

Gandzakar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.4 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

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