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Karchaghbyur, Armenia

Gegharkunik · Armenia

Karchaghbyur is a small town in Gegharkunik, Armenia with a population of 2,017. Elevation: 6,398 ft (1,950 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

2,017 Population 4/sq mi density
6,398 ft Elevation 1,950 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
18.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Karchaghbyur

Karchaghbyur is a village in the Vardenis Municipality of the Gegharkunik province of Armenia.

People

Population2,017
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation6,398 ft (1,950 m)
Population2,017
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation6,398 ft (1,950 m)
Coordinates40.1705°, 45.5779°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceGegharkunik
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation18.1 inches (460 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.9 inches (10 cm)

About Karchaghbyur

Karchaghbyur is a small town in Armenia (Gegharkunik) with a population of 2,017. The city sits at an elevation of 6,398 feet (1,950 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Karchaghbyur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,398 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below Armenia avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,398 ft (1,950 m)
Area486.4 sq mi (1,259.7 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates40.1705°N, 45.5779°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.1"
52% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 3.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.83"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

63 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M0.0 on Mar 8, 2025.

Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 42 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 144 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 138 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 97 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 150 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 26 km
Jun 7, 2017 17 km S of Sighnaghi, Georgia M4.7 147 km
Jun 18, 1996 23 km N of Sumbatan-diza, Azerbaijan M4.7 114 km
Jul 30, 2004 16 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.7 148 km
May 26, 2015 12 km WNW of Mingelchaur, Azerbaijan M4.6 133 km
Mar 13, 2005 14 km ENE of Geghamasar, Armenia M4.6 29 km
Jan 16, 2022 13 km NNE of Zangilan, Azerbaijan M4.4 144 km
Jul 22, 2024 17 km S of Ts’nori, Georgia M4.4 147 km
Mar 9, 1999 31 km NW of Qarah ???’ od D?n, Iran M4.4 135 km
Jun 7, 1993 27 km WSW of Vank, Azerbaijan M4.4 65 km
Mar 8, 2025 3 km ENE of Sarahart’, Armenia M4.4 137 km
Jan 23, 2021 16 km ENE of Zarrit’ap’, Armenia M4.4 56 km
Aug 10, 2004 16 km SW of I?d?r, Turkey M4.4 146 km
May 2, 1991 Georgia-Azerbaijan border region M4.3 135 km
Mar 27, 1991 15 km SSE of Vahan, Armenia M4.3 32 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Porak (21 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 21 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 42 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 51 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 121 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 123 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 172 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.0 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.3 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.2 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 0.9 in

Karchaghbyur has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 25°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Karchaghbyur

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Karchaghbyur School
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Farmers Markets in Karchaghbyur

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
near Arayik
near Ashot
near Boris

Airports Near Karchaghbyur

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ganja International AirportGNJLarge Airport
Dollyar Air BaseMedium Airport
Sisian AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,950 m (6,398 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 Karchaghbyur

What is the population of Karchaghbyur?

Karchaghbyur has a population of 2,017 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 486.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Karchaghbyur?

Karchaghbyur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.1 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.

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