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Norashen, Armenia

Aragatsotn · Armenia

Norashen is a small town in Aragatsotn, Armenia with a population of 1,101. Elevation: 6,578 ft (2,005 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,101 Population 2/sq mi density
6,578 ft Elevation 2,005 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Norashen

Norashen is a village in the Tsaghkahovit Municipality of the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia.

People

Population1,101
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation6,578 ft (2,005 m)
Population1,101
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,578 ft (2,005 m)
Coordinates40.6572°, 44.0770°
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 Norashen

Norashen is a small town in Armenia (Aragatsotn) with a population of 1,101. The city sits at an elevation of 6,578 feet (2,005 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.

Norashen 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 6,578 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

Elevation6,578 ft (2,005 m)
Area472.6 sq mi (1,224.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates40.6572°N, 44.0770°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"
17% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 90.4"
Wettest Month (May) 3.94"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 84 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 56 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 101 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 109 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 124 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 74 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 99 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 27 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 77 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 51 km
Jan 23, 1998 18 km SSW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.9 141 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 114 km
Apr 25, 2002 Georgia-Armenia border region M4.8 144 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 85 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 69 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 58 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 124 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 54 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 43 km
Jul 30, 2004 16 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.7 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (18 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 18 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 89 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 103 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 108 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 154 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 157 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 14°F (-10°C) 1.4 in Coldest
March 20°F (-7°C) 1.7 in
April 32°F (0°C) 2.6 in
May 40°F (4°C) 3.9 in Wettest
June 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.4 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.0 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 1.7 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 1.3 in

Norashen has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 14°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Norashen

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
School R.Harutyunyan
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Radio Stations near Norashen

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 Norashen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual 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 Norashen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Aida's Market
Gamma
Gyumri Central Market
Karo Market
Market
Գյումրու Շուկա
Լաջինի միջանցք
Հայկ

Gas Stations in Norashen

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AM #5026594762

Breweries in Norashen

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Old Alexandrapol/ Gyumri Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Norashen

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Ski Resorts Near Norashen

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Norashen

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Norashen

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Mariam

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 Norashen

What is the population of Norashen?

Norashen has a population of 1,101 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 472.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Norashen?

Norashen 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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