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Kapan, Armenia
Syunik · Armenia
Kapan is a mid-size city in Syunik, Armenia with a population of 32,900. Elevation: 2,539 ft (774 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kapan
Kapan is a town in southeast Armenia, serving as the administrative centre of the Kapan Municipality and also as the provincial capital of Syunik Province. It is located in the valley of the Voghji River and near the border of Azerbaijan, and is on the northern slopes of Mount Khustup. Kapan is the most populous town in the Syunik Province as well as the entire region of southern Armenia. According to the 2011 census, the population of Kapan was 43,190, a slight decline from 45,711 in the 2001 census. According to the 2022 census, the current population of the town is around 32,780.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,900 |
| Population Density | 2,367 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,539 ft (774 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.2076°, 46.4068° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
| Country | 🇦🇲 Armenia |
| State / Province | Syunik |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.1 inches (511 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.1 inches (5 cm) |
About Kapan
Kapan is a mid-size city in Armenia (Syunik) with a population of 32,900. The city sits at an elevation of 2,539 feet (774 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.
Climate in Kapan
Kapan 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 457 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below Armenia avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,539 ft (774 m) |
| Area | 13.9 sq mi (36.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,367/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2076°N, 46.4068°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vaiyots-Sar (102 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 102 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 108 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 170 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 1.0 in |
Kapan has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 31°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Kapan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Aft. Romanos Melikyan | College | - | , |
| Kapan Medical College | College | - | , |
Schools in Kapan
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Number 7 Aft. Andranik Margaryan | - | - | - | - |
| Kapan Basic School N1 | - | - | - | - |
| KAPAN SECONDARY SCHOOL N10 | - | - | - | - |
| High school No 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Կապանի թիվ 6 Հիմնական Դպրոց | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kapan
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kapan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historical Museum Sh. Movsisyan | ||||
| History Museum | ||||
| Kapan modern art museum | ||||
| Kapan Regional museum | ||||
| Matenadaran museum | ||||
| Museum of Regional Studies | ||||
| Tatev Oil Mill |
Hotels in Kapan
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kapan
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kapan
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Kapan
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kapan
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kapan
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Kapan
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kapan
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kapan
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kapan
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kapan
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kapan
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kapan
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kapan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kapan
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 Kapan
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| HayPost 3301 | |
| HayPost 3302 | |
| HayPost 3303 | |
| HayPost 3304 | |
| HayPost 3306 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kapan
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bekhi Anapat church | |
| Church-Mausoleum Surb Astvatsatsin | |
| Halidzor Fortress | |
| Holy Trinity Church | |
| St. Gevorg | |
| St. Mesrop Mashtots | |
| St. Stepanos | |
| Surb Grigor Lusavorich | |
| Surb Hripsime Church | |
| Vahanavank Monastery | |
| Varsenik's Chapel-Mausouleum | |
| Церковь святого Харлампия |
Quick Facts
🇦🇲 About Armenia
Public Holidays in Armenia
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kapan
What is the population of Kapan?
Kapan has a population of 32,900 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 2,367 people per square mile, spread across 13.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kapan?
Kapan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.1 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.