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Metsadzor, Armenia

Aragatsotn · Armenia

Metsadzor is a small town in Aragatsotn, Armenia with a population of 172. Elevation: 6,588 ft (2,008 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

172 Population 118/sq mi density
6,588 ft Elevation 2,008 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Metsadzor

Metsadzor is a village in the Metsadzor Municipality of the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. Most inhabitants are Yezidis – the town's name means "waterless" in Kurdish.

People

Population172
Density118/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation6,588 ft (2,008 m)
Population172
Population Density118 / sq mi
Elevation6,588 ft (2,008 m)
Coordinates40.3804°, 44.0459°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceAragatsotn
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (801 mm)
Annual Snowfall90.4 inches (230 cm)

About Metsadzor

Metsadzor is a small town in Armenia (Aragatsotn) with a population of 172. The city sits at an elevation of 6,588 feet (2,008 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.

Metsadzor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 329 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 31.5 inches. The area receives 90.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 6,588 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below Armenia avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,588 ft (2,008 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density118/sq mi
Coordinates40.3804°N, 44.0459°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"
17% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 90.4"
Wettest Month (May) 3.78"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

111 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M0.0 on Apr 6, 2025.

Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 144 km
Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 113 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 87 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 105 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 134 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 107 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 111 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 96 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 69 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 57 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 82 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 52 km
Jan 23, 1998 18 km SSW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.9 110 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 116 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 88 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 83 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 100 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 113 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 84 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (21 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 21 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 79 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 82 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 115 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 132 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 139 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 149 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.1 in Driest
February 15°F (-9°C) 1.3 in Coldest
March 21°F (-6°C) 1.7 in
April 33°F (1°C) 2.6 in
May 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in Wettest
June 49°F (9°C) 3.1 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
August 58°F (15°C) 1.7 in Warmest
September 52°F (11°C) 1.3 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 1.6 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 1.3 in

Metsadzor has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 15°F in February to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.8") and January the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Metsadzor

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Kiss FM Armenia MP3 256 kbps
Radio Aurora MP3 256 kbps
Radio Marshall MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Metsadzor

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alex and Marie Manoogian Treasury House
Historical and Ethnographic Museum of Ejmiatsin
Khoren Ter-Harutyunyan Museum
Museum aft. Hovhanes Hovhanisyan
The house-museum of Viktor Hambardzumyan
Ճեմարան
Մուշեղ Գալշոյան

Libraries in Metsadzor

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library Aft. H. Hovhannisyan0.0
Library0.0
Manoukian Manuscript Library0.0
Vache and Tamar Manukyan`s matenadaran0.0

Farmers Markets in Metsadzor

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Agricultural market of Tsiatsan community of Armavir region
Market

Stadiums & Teams in Metsadzor

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Metsadzor

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Metsadzor

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shirak International AirportLWNLarge Airport
Zvartnots International AirportEVNLarge Airport
Erebuni AirportMedium Airport
Iğdır AirportIGDMedium Airport
Arzni AirportSmall Airport
Hoktember Highway StripSmall Airport
Sky Club AirstripSmall Airport
Stepanavan AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
2,050 m (6,726 ft)
Area
3.8 km² (1.5 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 Metsadzor

What is the population of Metsadzor?

Metsadzor has a population of 172 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 118 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Metsadzor?

Metsadzor 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.

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