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Khnatsakh, Armenia

Syunik · Armenia

Khnatsakh is a small town in Syunik, Armenia with a population of 743. Elevation: 4,577 ft (1,395 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

743 Population 65/sq mi density
4,577 ft Elevation 1,395 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
24.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Khnatsakh

Khnatsakh

Khnatsakh is a village in the Tegh Municipality of the Syunik Province in Armenia. Khnatsakh is known for being one of the residences of the meliks of Kashatagh and contains the partially ruined palace of Melik Hakhnazar I.

People

Population743
Density65/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation4,577 ft (1,395 m)
Population743
Population Density65 / sq mi
Elevation4,577 ft (1,395 m)
Coordinates39.6055°, 46.3917°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceSyunik
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation24.5 inches (621 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.8 inches (15 cm)

About Khnatsakh

Khnatsakh is a small town in Armenia (Syunik) with a population of 743. The city sits at an elevation of 4,577 feet (1,395 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Khnatsakh experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,577 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below Armenia avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,577 ft (1,395 m)
Area11.4 sq mi (29.4 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates39.6055°N, 46.3917°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.5"
36% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 5.8"
Wettest Month (May) 3.78"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

83 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 M6.4 147 km
Aug 11, 2012 30 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M6.2 139 km
Nov 7, 2012 39 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.4 134 km
Aug 15, 2012 35 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M5.3 135 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 134 km
Aug 11, 2012 27 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.1 129 km
Aug 14, 2012 24 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.1 133 km
Aug 11, 2012 25 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.0 134 km
Aug 1, 2016 11 km NW of Imishli, Azerbaijan M5.0 141 km
Apr 22, 1996 31 km S of Horadiz, Azerbaijan M5.0 97 km
Aug 11, 2012 29 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.0 133 km
Nov 16, 2012 42 km WNW of Ahar, Iran M4.9 118 km
Aug 16, 2012 32 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M4.9 137 km
Aug 11, 2012 32 km W of Ahar, Iran M4.8 134 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 105 km
Jan 26, 2013 23 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M4.8 144 km
Aug 11, 2012 36 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M4.8 143 km
Jun 18, 1996 23 km N of Sumbatan-diza, Azerbaijan M4.7 71 km
Aug 11, 2012 25 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M4.7 135 km
Aug 13, 2012 35 km W of Ahar, Iran M4.6 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Porak (73 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 73 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 80 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 141 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in
March 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in Wettest
June 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 1.6 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.1 in

Khnatsakh has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 28°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.8") and January the driest (1.0").

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Museums in Khnatsakh

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archeological Museum
Entrance to Khndzoresk caves
House Museum
House Museum of Axel Bakunts
Matenadaran museum
Sero Khandzradzyan Museum
Tatev Oil Mill

Airports Near Khnatsakh

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 Khnatsakh

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Hripsime Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,400 m (4,593 ft)
Area
29.4 km² (11.4 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 Khnatsakh

What is the population of Khnatsakh?

Khnatsakh has a population of 743 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 11.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Khnatsakh?

Khnatsakh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow.

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