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Goris, Armenia
Syunik · Armenia
Goris is a small city in Syunik, Armenia with a population of 17,483. Elevation: 4,432 ft (1,351 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Goris
Goris is a town and the centre of the Goris Municipality in the Syunik Province in southern Armenia. Located in the valley of the Goris River, it is 254 kilometres from the Armenian capital Yerevan and 67 kilometres from the provincial capital Kapan. Goris is the second largest city in Syunik in terms of population. As of the 2022 census, it had a population of 17,113, down from the 20,591 reported in the 2011 census. Goris is the seat of the Diocese of Syunik of the Armenian Apostolic Church.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,483 |
| Population Density | 1,258 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,432 ft (1,351 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.5111°, 46.3417° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
| Country | 🇦🇲 Armenia |
| State / Province | Syunik |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.5 inches (621 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.8 inches (15 cm) |
About Goris
Goris is a small city in Armenia (Syunik) with a population of 17,483. The city sits at an elevation of 4,432 feet (1,351 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.
Climate in Goris
Goris 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 603 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below Armenia avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,432 ft (1,351 m) |
| Area | 13.9 sq mi (36.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,258/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5111°N, 46.3417°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Porak (77 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 77 km |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 79 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 143 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 176 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 1.1 in |
Goris has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 28°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.8") and January the driest (1.0").
Colleges & Universities in Goris
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goris State University | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Goris
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Number 5 | - | - | - | - |
| English school | - | - | - | - |
| School N 4 | - | - | - | - |
| Goris school No. 1 After Axel Bakunts | - | - | - | - |
| School no 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Sero Khandzradzyan School no 6 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Goris
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Goris
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Museum | ||||
| Entrance to Khndzoresk caves | ||||
| History Museum | ||||
| House Museum | ||||
| House Museum of Axel Bakunts | ||||
| Matenadaran museum | ||||
| Sero Khandzradzyan Museum | ||||
| Tatev Oil Mill |
Hotels in Goris
18 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Goris
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Goris
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Goris
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Goris
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Goris
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Goris
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Goris
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Goris
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Goris
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Khojaly Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Goris Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sisian Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Syunik Airport | YUK | Small Airport |
| Zangilan International Airport | ZZE | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Goris
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| HayPost 3201 | |
| HayPost 3202 | |
| HayPost 3203 | |
| HayPost 3205 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Goris
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Rock-hewn church | |
| Saint Gregory The Illuminator | |
| St. Hripsime |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Armenia
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Goris
What is the population of Goris?
Goris has a population of 17,483 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 1,258 people per square mile, spread across 13.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Goris?
Goris has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow.