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Sisian, Armenia
Syunik · Armenia
Sisian is a small city in Syunik, Armenia with a population of 13,313. Elevation: 5,279 ft (1,609 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sisian
Sisian is a town and the centre of the Sisian Municipality of the Syunik Province in southern Armenia. It is located on both banks of the Vorotan River, at an altitude of 1600 m above sea level, 6 km south of the Yerevan-Meghri highway, at a road distance of 217 km southeast of the capital Yerevan, and 115 km north of the provincial capital Kapan.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,313 |
| Population Density | 3,837 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,279 ft (1,609 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.5219°, 46.0270° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
| Country | 🇦🇲 Armenia |
| State / Province | Syunik |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.5 inches (546 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.7 inches (17 cm) |
About Sisian
Sisian is a small city in Armenia (Syunik) with a population of 13,313. The city sits at an elevation of 5,279 feet (1,609 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.
Climate in Sisian
Sisian has an average annual temperature of 8°C (46°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 402 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below Armenia avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,279 ft (1,609 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,837/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5219°N, 46.0270°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vaiyots-Sar (55 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 55 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 61 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 122 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 149 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 186 km |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.1 in |
Sisian has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 19°F in February to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (1.0").
Schools in Sisian
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| school N3 | - | - | - | - |
| school N1 | - | - | - | - |
| school N2 | - | - | - | - |
| Երաժշտական դպրոց | - | - | - | - |
| Շախմատի դպրոց | - | - | - | - |
| Fine Arts, named after Z.A. Khachatryan | - | - | - | - |
| Sisian Youth sport school | - | - | - | - |
| School N5 | - | - | - | - |
| School No 4 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sisian
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sisian
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matenadaran museum | ||||
| Sisian History Museum | ||||
| Tatev Oil Mill |
Hotels in Sisian
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sisian
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sisian
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sisian
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Sisian
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sisian
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sisian
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sisian
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sisian
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nakhchivan International Airport | NAJ | Large Airport |
| Goris Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sisian Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Syunik Airport | YUK | Small Airport |
| Zangilan International Airport | ZZE | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sisian
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| HayPost 3501 | |
| HayPost 3502 | |
| HayPost 3503 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sisian
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Surb Hovhannes Monastery |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Armenia
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sisian
What is the population of Sisian?
Sisian has a population of 13,313 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 3,837 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sisian?
Sisian has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches, with 6.7 inches of snow.