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Shirak, Armenia

Shirak · Armenia

Shirak is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 1,038. Elevation: 5,361 ft (1,634 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,038 Population 1,573/sq mi density
5,361 ft Elevation 1,634 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
23.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Shirak

Shirak

Shirak is a province of Armenia. It is located in the north-west of the country, bordering the provinces of Lori to the east and Aragatsotn to the south and southeast, and the countries of Turkey to the west and Georgia to the north. Its capital and largest city is Gyumri, which is the second largest city in Armenia. It is as much semi-desert as it is mountain meadow or high alpine. In the south, the high steppes merge into mountain terrain, being verdant green in the spring, with hues of reddish brown in the summer. The province is served by the Shirak International Airport of Gyumri.

People

Population1,038
Density1,573/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation5,361 ft (1,634 m)
Population1,038
Population Density1,573 / sq mi
Elevation5,361 ft (1,634 m)
Coordinates40.8404°, 43.9158°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceShirak
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation23.4 inches (594 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.3 inches (16 cm)

About Shirak

Shirak is a small town in Armenia (Shirak) with a population of 1,038. The city sits at an elevation of 5,361 feet (1,634 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Shirak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,361 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below Armenia avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,361 ft (1,634 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,573/sq mi
Coordinates40.8404°N, 43.9158°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.4"
38% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 6.3"
Wettest Month (May) 3.94"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

114 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7.

Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 143 km
Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 60 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 88 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 36 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 127 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 126 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 51 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 120 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 27 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 101 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 33 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 147 km
Apr 25, 2002 Georgia-Armenia border region M4.8 135 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 49 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 134 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 37 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 68 km
Jul 30, 2004 16 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.7 131 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 29 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 33 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (42 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 42 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 80 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 111 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 131 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 165 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 177 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 18°F (-8°C) 1.3 in
March 26°F (-4°C) 1.5 in
April 38°F (4°C) 2.5 in
May 46°F (8°C) 3.9 in Wettest
June 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in
August 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 1.4 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 1.1 in

Shirak has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 16°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (1.0").

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Radio Stations near Shirak

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Shirak

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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Libraries in Shirak

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
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Farmers Markets in Shirak

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Aida's Market
Gamma
Gyumri Central Market
Karo Market
Market
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Լաջինի միջանցք
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Breweries in Shirak

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Old Alexandrapol/ Gyumri Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Shirak

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Airports Near Shirak

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shirak International AirportLWNLarge Airport
Zvartnots International AirportEVNLarge Airport
Erebuni Airport-Medium Airport
Arzni Airport-Small Airport
Bolnisi Parachutist Training Airfield-Small Airport
Stepanavan Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shirak

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,650 m (5,414 ft)
Area
1.7 km² (0.7 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 Shirak

What is the population of Shirak?

Shirak has a population of 1,038 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 1,573 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shirak?

Shirak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.4 inches, with 6.3 inches of snow.

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