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Meghrashen, Armenia
Shirak · Armenia
Meghrashen is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 1,223. Elevation: 5,472 ft (1,668 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
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About Meghrashen
Meghrashen is a village in the Artik Municipality of the Shirak Province of Armenia.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,223 |
| Population Density | 453 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,472 ft (1,668 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.6702°, 43.9565° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
| Country | 🇦🇲 Armenia |
| State / Province | Shirak |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.5 inches (801 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 90.4 inches (230 cm) |
About Meghrashen
Meghrashen is a small town in Armenia (Shirak) with a population of 1,223. The city sits at an elevation of 5,472 feet (1,668 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.8°F |
| 26% below Armenia avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 329 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,472 ft (1,668 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 453/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6702°N, 43.9565°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (26 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 26 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 98 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 112 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 146 km |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 163 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.8 in |
Meghrashen has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 20°F in February to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.7").
Radio Stations near Meghrashen
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Aurora | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Marshall | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Meghrashen
| 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 | ||||
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Farmers Markets in Meghrashen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aida's Market | |||||
| Gamma | |||||
| Gyumri Central Market | |||||
| Karo Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| ԳԱ-ԵՐ | |||||
| Գյումրու Շուկա | |||||
| Լաջինի միջանցք | |||||
| Հայկ |
Train Stations in Meghrashen
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Meghrashen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Alexandrapol/ Gyumri Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Meghrashen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Meghrashen
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shirak International Airport | LWN | Large Airport |
| Zvartnots International Airport | EVN | Large Airport |
| Erebuni Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Iğdır Airport | IGD | Medium Airport |
| Arzni Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hoktember Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Sky Club Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stepanavan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Armenia
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Meghrashen?
Meghrashen has a population of 1,223 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 453 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Meghrashen?
Meghrashen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches, with 90.4 inches of snow.