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Geghanist, Armenia
Shirak · Armenia
Geghanist is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 1,225. Elevation: 6,066 ft (1,849 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
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About Geghanist
Geghanist is a village in the Artik Municipality of the Shirak Province of Armenia. The town's church dates from 1852. The Statistical Committee of Armenia reported its population was 1,277 in 2010, up from 1,150 at the 2001 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,225 |
| Population Density | 2,917 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,066 ft (1,849 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.6847°, 44.0233° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
| Country | 🇦🇲 Armenia |
| State / Province | Shirak |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.5 inches (801 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 90.4 inches (230 cm) |
About Geghanist
Geghanist is a small town in Armenia (Shirak) with a population of 1,225. The city sits at an elevation of 6,066 feet (1,849 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.8°F |
| 26% below Armenia avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 329 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,066 ft (1,849 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,917/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6847°N, 44.0233°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (23 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 23 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 94 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 112 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 148 km |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 159 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 163 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.0 in |
Geghanist has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 18°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.8") and January the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Geghanist
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Aurora | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Marshall | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Geghanist
| 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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Farmers Markets in Geghanist
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aida's Market | |||||
| Gamma | |||||
| Gyumri Central Market | |||||
| Karo Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| ԳԱ-ԵՐ | |||||
| Գյումրու Շուկա | |||||
| Լաջինի միջանցք | |||||
| Հայկ |
Breweries in Geghanist
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Alexandrapol/ Gyumri Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Geghanist
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Geghanist
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tsaghkadzor Ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Geghanist
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shirak International Airport | LWN | Large Airport |
| Zvartnots International Airport | EVN | Large Airport |
| Erebuni Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Iğdır Airport | IGD | Medium Airport |
| Arzni Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hoktember Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Sky Club Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stepanavan Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Geghanist?
Geghanist has a population of 1,225 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 2,917 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Geghanist?
Geghanist has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches, with 90.4 inches of snow.