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Shirakavan, Armenia
Shirak · Armenia
Shirakavan is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 611. Elevation: 4,948 ft (1,508 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Shirakavan
Shirakavan ; founded as Yerazgavors and later Yerazgavork, was a medieval Armenian city and one of the 13 historic capitals of Armenia, serving as a capital city between 890 and 929 during the Bagratid Kingdom of Armenia.
People
Climate
| Population | 611 |
| Population Density | 85 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,948 ft (1,508 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.6522°, 43.7454° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
| Country | 🇦🇲 Armenia |
| State / Province | Shirak |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.0 inches (431 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.4 inches (9 cm) |
About Shirakavan
Shirakavan is a small town in Armenia (Shirak) with a population of 611. The city sits at an elevation of 4,948 feet (1,508 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.6°F |
| 19% below Armenia avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,948 ft (1,508 m) |
| Area | 7.2 sq mi (18.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 85/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6522°N, 43.7454°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (41 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 41 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 114 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 116 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 145 km |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 177 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.8 in |
Shirakavan has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 17°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (0.7").
Radio Stations near Shirakavan
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Aurora | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Marshall | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Shirakavan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual 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 |
Farmers Markets in Shirakavan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aida's Market | |||||
| Gamma | |||||
| Gyumri Central Market | |||||
| Karo Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| ԳԱ-ԵՐ | |||||
| Գյումրու Շուկա | |||||
| Լաջինի միջանցք | |||||
| Հայկ |
Breweries in Shirakavan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Alexandrapol/ Gyumri Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Shirakavan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shirakavan
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shirak International Airport | LWN | Large Airport |
| Zvartnots International Airport | EVN | Large Airport |
| Erebuni Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Iğdır Airport | IGD | Medium Airport |
| Kars Airport | KSY | Medium Airport |
| Hoktember Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Stepanavan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Armenia
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Shirakavan?
Shirakavan has a population of 611 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 85 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shirakavan?
Shirakavan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.0 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.