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Shamlugh, Armenia

Lori · Armenia

Shamlugh is a small town in Lori, Armenia with a population of 711. Elevation: 3,947 ft (1,203 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

711 Population 512/sq mi density
3,947 ft Elevation 1,203 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
28.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Shamlugh

Shamlugh

Shamlugh is a village in the Lori Province in northeastern Armenia. It is situated on the left bank of Debed River, at a road distance of 196 km (122 mi) north of the capital Yerevan and 63 km (39 mi) north of the provincial centre Vanadzor. The village had a majority Greek population; however, it is now predominantly populated by Armenians. According to the 2011 census, Shamlugh had 700 inhabitants, while the 2016 official estimate shows the current population is around 500. According to the 2011 census, Shamlugh had 700 inhabitants.

People

Population711
Density512/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation3,947 ft (1,203 m)
Population711
Population Density512 / sq mi
Elevation3,947 ft (1,203 m)
Coordinates41.1679°, 44.7219°
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 Shamlugh

Shamlugh is a small town in Armenia (Lori) with a population of 711. The city sits at an elevation of 3,947 feet (1,203 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.

Climate in Shamlugh

Shamlugh has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 546 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 7.7° 19.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 8.5° 21.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 15.3° 34.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 18.7° 70.9
May 0°C / 32°F — / 23.8° 96.2
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 29.3° 62.7
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 31.6° 48.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 31.6° 30.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 25.8° 51.4
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 19.9° 44.8
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 12.7° 39.2
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 8.9° 25.9
Shamlugh 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 3,947 feet.

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

Elevation3,947 ft (1,203 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density512/sq mi
Coordinates41.1679°N, 44.7219°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.6"
25% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 22.8"
Wettest Month (May) 3.27"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

114 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 87 km
Jul 4, 1991 14 km E of Java, Georgia M5.4 145 km
Sep 17, 2013 21 km N of Q’vareli, Georgia M5.3 142 km
Nov 27, 1997 12 km N of Sagarejo, Georgia M5.3 91 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 60 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 91 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 110 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 56 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 53 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 129 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 64 km
Apr 29, 1991 7 km SW of Java, Georgia M4.8 150 km
Apr 25, 2002 Georgia-Armenia border region M4.8 69 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 54 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 133 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 63 km
Sep 5, 1994 9 km NNW of Lagodekhi, Georgia M4.7 150 km
Jun 7, 2017 17 km S of Sighnaghi, Georgia M4.7 107 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 61 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (83 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 83 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 95 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 101 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 153 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 166 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 167 km
Kazbek Stratovolcano 5,050 m (16,568 ft) -750 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-3°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in Wettest
June 65°F (19°C) 3.2 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
August 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in Warmest
September 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 44°F (7°C) 1.2 in
December 37°F (3°C) 0.7 in Driest

Shamlugh has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 28°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.3") and December the driest (0.7").

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Radio Stations near Shamlugh

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Shamlugh

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hovhannes Tumanyan House Museum
Mikoyan Brothers Museum
National Museum of Armenia(Alaverdi Branch)
Tumanyan Matchbox Label Museum

Libraries in Shamlugh

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gallery of Library0.0
International Library0.0
Matenadaran (Library)0.0
Matenadaran (library)0.0

Farmers Markets in Shamlugh

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dzavaryans' Supermarket

Monuments in Shamlugh

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Խաչքար Գարիկ Սարգսյանի հիշատակին

Castles in Shamlugh

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chakhalaberd

Stadiums & Teams in Shamlugh

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Ski Resorts Near Shamlugh

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Shamlugh

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tbilisi International AirportTBSLarge Airport
Tbilisi Marneuli Air BaseMedium Airport
Tbilisi Soganlug Air BaseMedium Airport
Vaziani Air BaseMedium Airport
Akstafa AirportSmall Airport
Berd AirportSmall Airport
Bolnisi Parachutist Training AirfieldSmall Airport
Stepanavan AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Shamlugh

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Haypost

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
810 m (2,658 ft)
Area
3.6 km² (1.4 mi²)
Founded
1770

🇦🇲 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 Shamlugh

What is the population of Shamlugh?

Shamlugh has a population of 711 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 512 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shamlugh?

Shamlugh 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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