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Norashen, Armenia

Lori · Armenia

Norashen is a small town in Lori, Armenia with a population of 836. Elevation: 5,203 ft (1,586 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

836 Population 658/sq mi density
5,203 ft Elevation 1,586 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
28.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Norashen

Norashen is a town in the Lori Province of Armenia. The town has a museum and nearby is a fort, dated to the 5th–6th century BCE, which has been excavated.

People

Population836
Density658/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation5,203 ft (1,586 m)
Population836
Population Density658 / sq mi
Elevation5,203 ft (1,586 m)
Coordinates41.1889°, 44.3334°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceLori
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation28.6 inches (727 mm)
Annual Snowfall22.8 inches (58 cm)

About Norashen

Norashen is a small town in Armenia (Lori) with a population of 836. The city sits at an elevation of 5,203 feet (1,586 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Norashen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 303 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 28.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 5,203 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below Armenia avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,203 ft (1,586 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density658/sq mi
Coordinates41.1889°N, 44.3334°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.6"
25% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 22.8"
Wettest Month (May) 4.61"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

111 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3.

Jun 15, 1991 9 km NE of Java, Georgia M6.3 144 km
Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 55 km
Jul 4, 1991 14 km E of Java, Georgia M5.4 134 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 132 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 27 km
Nov 27, 1997 12 km N of Sagarejo, Georgia M5.3 111 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 115 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 78 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 24 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 129 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 37 km
Apr 29, 1991 7 km SW of Java, Georgia M4.8 136 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 29 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 30 km
Apr 25, 2002 Georgia-Armenia border region M4.8 83 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 31 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 29 km
Jun 7, 2017 17 km S of Sighnaghi, Georgia M4.7 137 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 23 km
Apr 29, 1991 12 km SE of Chiat’ura, Georgia M4.6 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Samsari Volcanic Center (66 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 66 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 74 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 115 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 166 km
Kazbek Stratovolcano 5,050 m (16,568 ft) -750 169 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 175 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-3°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.3 in
March 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
May 51°F (11°C) 4.6 in Wettest
June 58°F (14°C) 4.3 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in
December 32°F (0°C) 0.8 in Driest

Norashen has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 28°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and December the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Norashen

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Aurora - MP3 256 kbps
Radio Marshall - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Norashen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dmanisi Museum Reserve
Stepan Shaumian's Museum

Libraries in Norashen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library Department of Dmanisi Municipality0.0
Գրադարան0.0

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
Tbilisi International AirportTBSLarge Airport
Tbilisi Marneuli Air Base-Medium Airport
Tbilisi Soganlug Air Base-Medium Airport
Vaziani Air Base-Medium Airport
Bolnisi Parachutist Training Airfield-Small Airport
Natakhtari Airfield-Small Airport
Stepanavan Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,575 m (5,168 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 836 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 658 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Norashen?

Norashen 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 64°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches, with 22.8 inches of snow.

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