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Lchashen, Armenia

Gegharkunik · Armenia

Lchashen is a small town in Gegharkunik, Armenia with a population of 4,266. Elevation: 6,329 ft (1,929 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,266 Population 202/sq mi density
6,329 ft Elevation 1,929 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
21.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Lchashen

Lchashen

Lchashen is a village in the Sevan Municipality of the Gegharkunik Province of Armenia.

People

Population4,266
Density202/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain21.2 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation6,329 ft (1,929 m)
Population4,266
Population Density202 / sq mi
Elevation6,329 ft (1,929 m)
Coordinates40.5195°, 44.9305°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceGegharkunik
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation21.2 inches (539 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)

About Lchashen

Lchashen is a small town in Armenia (Gegharkunik) with a population of 4,266. The city sits at an elevation of 6,329 feet (1,929 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Lchashen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 298 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 21.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,329 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below Armenia avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,329 ft (1,929 m)
Area21.1 sq mi (54.7 km²)
Population Density202/sq mi
Coordinates40.5195°N, 44.9305°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.2"
44% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 5.6"
Wettest Month (May) 3.46"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

90 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5.

Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 139 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 105 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 35 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 143 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 116 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 68 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 70 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 98 km
Jan 23, 1998 18 km SSW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.9 148 km
Apr 25, 2002 Georgia-Armenia border region M4.8 139 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 61 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 118 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 128 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 108 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 116 km
Jun 7, 2017 17 km S of Sighnaghi, Georgia M4.7 135 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 88 km
Jul 30, 2004 16 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.7 125 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 105 km
Mar 14, 2002 21 km S of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.6 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ghegham Volcanic Ridge (27 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 27 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 62 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 88 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 94 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 106 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 154 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 158 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 19°F (-7°C) 1.1 in Coldest
March 26°F (-3°C) 1.5 in
April 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in Wettest
June 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in
August 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in Warmest
September 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in
November 35°F (2°C) 1.4 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 0.9 in

Lchashen has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 19°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Lchashen

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Kiss FM Armenia - MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Lchashen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dilijan Local Lore Museum & Picture Gallery
Museum of Armenian dram
Museum of Armenian Textile
Orbeli Brothers museum
Timeland

Libraries in Lchashen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Գրադարան0.0

Farmers Markets in Lchashen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Univermag
Հին շուկա

Gas Stations in Lchashen

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AM #1965165383
AM #1965165384
AM #2246165708
AM #2246165709
AM #5372145023

Breweries in Lchashen

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
"Likhnitis" Sevan's brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Lchashen

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Lchashen

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Lchashen

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Zvartnots International AirportEVNLarge Airport
Erebuni Airport-Medium Airport
Akstafa Airport-Small Airport
Arzni Airport-Small Airport
Berd Airport-Small Airport
Sky Club Airstrip-Small Airport
Stepanavan Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Lchashen

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Balance

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lchashen

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Hripsime Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,925 m (6,316 ft)
Area
54.7 km² (21.1 mi²)
Founded
1828

🇦🇲 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 Lchashen

What is the population of Lchashen?

Lchashen has a population of 4,266 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 202 people per square mile, spread across 21.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lchashen?

Lchashen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.2 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow.

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