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Kaps, Armenia
Shirak · Armenia
Kaps is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 654. Elevation: 5,591 ft (1,704 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kaps
Kaps is a village in the Akhuryan Municipality of the Shirak Province of Armenia. There were 1088 inhabitants in 2008.
People
Climate
| Population | 654 |
| Population Density | 1,677 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,591 ft (1,704 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.8713°, 43.7551° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
| Country | 🇦🇲 Armenia |
| State / Province | Shirak |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.9 inches (557 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.7 inches (15 cm) |
About Kaps
Kaps is a small town in Armenia (Shirak) with a population of 654. The city sits at an elevation of 5,591 feet (1,704 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.1°F |
| 26% below Armenia avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,591 ft (1,704 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,677/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8713°N, 43.7551°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (53 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 53 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 75 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 124 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 138 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 169 km |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 190 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 33°F (0°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.0 in |
Kaps has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 16°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Kaps
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Aurora | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Marshall | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Kaps
| 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 |
Libraries in Kaps
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Գրադարան | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kaps
| 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 Kaps
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Alexandrapol/ Gyumri Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Kaps
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kaps
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shirak International Airport | LWN | Large Airport |
| Zvartnots International Airport | EVN | Large Airport |
| Erebuni Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Kars Airport | KSY | Medium Airport |
| Stepanavan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Armenia
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kaps
What is the population of Kaps?
Kaps has a population of 654 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 1,677 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kaps?
Kaps has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.