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Harzhis, Armenia

Syunik · Armenia

Harzhis is a small town in Syunik, Armenia with a population of 752. Elevation: 5,699 ft (1,737 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

752 Population 30/sq mi density
5,699 ft Elevation 1,737 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
21.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Harzhis

Harzhis

Harzhis is a village in the Tatev Municipality of the Syunik Province in Armenia.

People

Population752
Density30/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation5,699 ft (1,737 m)
Population752
Population Density30 / sq mi
Elevation5,699 ft (1,737 m)
Coordinates39.4344°, 46.2220°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceSyunik
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation21.6 inches (548 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)

About Harzhis

Harzhis is a small town in Armenia (Syunik) with a population of 752. The city sits at an elevation of 5,699 feet (1,737 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Harzhis experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,699 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below Armenia avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,699 ft (1,737 m)
Area25.4 sq mi (65.7 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates39.4344°N, 46.2220°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.6"
43% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 5.4"
Wettest Month (May) 3.23"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

101 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 11, 2024.

Aug 11, 2012 26 km SW of Ahar, Iran M6.4 134 km
Aug 11, 2012 30 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M6.2 125 km
Nov 7, 2012 39 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.4 118 km
Aug 15, 2012 35 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M5.3 120 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 140 km
Mar 16, 2023 11 km ESE of Khowy, Iran M5.2 144 km
Aug 14, 2012 24 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.1 120 km
Aug 11, 2012 27 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.1 116 km
Apr 22, 1996 31 km S of Horadiz, Azerbaijan M5.0 103 km
Aug 11, 2012 29 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.0 120 km
Aug 11, 2012 25 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.0 121 km
Nov 16, 2012 42 km WNW of Ahar, Iran M4.9 102 km
Aug 16, 2012 32 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M4.9 122 km
Aug 11, 2012 32 km W of Ahar, Iran M4.8 120 km
Jan 26, 2013 23 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M4.8 131 km
Nov 18, 1998 27 km SE of Khowy, Iran M4.8 150 km
Apr 18, 2013 29 km W of Marand, Iran M4.8 133 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 104 km
Aug 11, 2012 36 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M4.8 128 km
Aug 11, 2003 14 km WSW of Qarah ???’ od D?n, Iran M4.7 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vaiyots-Sar (74 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 74 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 78 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 141 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 167 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in
March 31°F (-0°C) 2.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in Wettest
June 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
July 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in
August 67°F (20°C) 1.3 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.0 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Harzhis has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 24°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (1.0").

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Museums in Harzhis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archeological Museum
Entrance to Khndzoresk caves
Historical Museum Sh. Movsisyan
History Museum
House Museum
House Museum of Axel Bakunts
Kapan modern art museum
Kapan Regional museum
Matenadaran museum
Museum of Regional Studies
Sero Khandzradzyan Museum
Sisian History Museum
Tatev Oil Mill

Stadiums & Teams in Harzhis

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Harzhis

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Khojaly AirportMedium Airport
Goris AirportSmall Airport
Sisian AirstripSmall Airport
Syunik AirportYUKSmall Airport
Zangilan International AirportZZESmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Harzhis

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Alan Tagavor Church
Surb Minas Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,730 m (5,676 ft)
Area
33.9 km² (13.1 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 Harzhis

What is the population of Harzhis?

Harzhis has a population of 752 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 25.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Harzhis?

Harzhis has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.6 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow.

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