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Gavar, Armenia
Gegharkunik · Armenia
Gavar is a small city in Gegharkunik, Armenia with a population of 18,900. Elevation: 6,407 ft (1,953 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gavar
Gavar is a town in Armenia serving as the administrative centre of the Gavar Municipality and the Gegharkunik Province. It is situated among the high mountains of Gegham range to the west of Lake Sevan, with an average height of 1982 meters above sea level. Located 98 kilometers east of the capital Yerevan, the town had a population of 20,765 as per the 2011 census. As per the 2022 census, the population of Gavar is 17,741.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,900 |
| Population Density | 7,000 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,407 ft (1,953 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.3540°, 45.1239° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
| Country | 🇦🇲 Armenia |
| State / Province | Gegharkunik |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.7 inches (501 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.9 inches (10 cm) |
About Gavar
Gavar is a small city in Armenia (Gegharkunik) with a population of 18,900. The city sits at an elevation of 6,407 feet (1,953 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.
Climate in Gavar
Gavar has an average annual temperature of 6.8°C (44°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-6°C). Average annual precipitation is 432 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below Armenia avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,407 ft (1,953 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,000/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3540°N, 45.1239°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ghegham Volcanic Ridge (13 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 13 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 64 km |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 70 km |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 101 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 154 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.8 in |
Gavar has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 21°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (0.8").
Colleges & Universities in Gavar
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martuni Medical College | College | 1972 | , |
| Martuni State College | College | - | , |
Schools in Gavar
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School No 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Գավառի Պապին Ղանդիլյանի համար 2 միջնակարք դպրոց | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gavar
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Gavar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayk Market |
Hotels in Gavar
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gavar
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Gavar
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gavar
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gavar
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gavar
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gavar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Likhnitis" Sevan's brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Gavar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Gavar
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tsaghkadzor Ski resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Gavar
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Zvartnots International Airport | EVN | Large Airport |
| Erebuni Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Arzni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Berd Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sky Club Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gavar
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| HayPost 1201 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gavar
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Surb Astvatsatsin Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Armenia
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gavar
What is the population of Gavar?
Gavar has a population of 18,900 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 7,000 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gavar?
Gavar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.7 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.