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Jrashen, Armenia

Armavir · Armenia

Jrashen is a small town in Armavir, Armenia with a population of 919. Elevation: 2,858 ft (871 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

919 Population 10/sq mi density
2,858 ft Elevation 871 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
10.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Jrashen

Jrashen, is a village in the Armavir Province of Armenia. It was founded in 1928. According to the 2011 census, the population was 760.

People

Population919
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)
Population919
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)
Coordinates40.0861°, 44.0195°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceArmavir
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation10.1 inches (257 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.6 inches (22 cm)

About Jrashen

Jrashen is a small town in Armenia (Armavir) with a population of 919. The city sits at an elevation of 2,858 feet (871 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Jrashen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 337 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 10.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,858 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above Armenia avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)
Area88.8 sq mi (229.9 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates40.0861°N, 44.0195°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.1"
73% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 8.6"
Wettest Month (May) 1.85"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

156 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M0.0 on Mar 8, 2025.

Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 145 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 150 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 146 km
Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 144 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 119 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 119 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 99 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 113 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 122 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 36 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 124 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 89 km
Jan 23, 1998 18 km SSW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.9 77 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 114 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 37 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 51 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 132 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 110 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 121 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ararat (49 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 49 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 52 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 82 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 86 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 130 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 147 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 164 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in
March 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
April 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in Wettest
June 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in Warmest
August 74°F (24°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
October 55°F (13°C) 1.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in
December 32°F (0°C) 0.6 in

Jrashen has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 30°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.9") and August the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Jrashen

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Kiss FM Armenia MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Jrashen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Metsamor historical-archeological museum-reserve
National Museum of Armenian Ethnography and History of the Liberation Struggle

Farmers Markets in Jrashen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Agricultural market of Tsiatsan community of Armavir region

Stadiums & Teams in Jrashen

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Jrashen

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Jrashen

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shirak International AirportLWNLarge Airport
Zvartnots International AirportEVNLarge Airport
Erebuni AirportMedium Airport
Iğdır AirportIGDMedium Airport
Arzni AirportSmall Airport
Hoktember Highway StripSmall Airport
Sky Club AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
865 m (2,838 ft)

🇦🇲 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 Jrashen

What is the population of Jrashen?

Jrashen has a population of 919 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 88.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jrashen?

Jrashen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.1 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow.

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