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Solak, Armenia

Kotayk · Armenia

Solak is a small town in Kotayk, Armenia with a population of 2,096. Elevation: 5,440 ft (1,658 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,096 Population 1,361/sq mi density
5,440 ft Elevation 1,658 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
31.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Solak

Solak


Solak is a village in the Kotayk Province of Armenia. Solak is the birthplace of musician Djivan Gasparyan. The ancestors of the villagers came from Moush and Alashkert.

People

Population2,096
Density1,361/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation5,440 ft (1,658 m)
Population2,096
Population Density1,361 / sq mi
Elevation5,440 ft (1,658 m)
Coordinates40.4625°, 44.7071°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceKotayk
Average Temperature35°F (2°C)
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation31.2 inches (791 mm)
Annual Snowfall72.2 inches (183 cm)

About Solak

Solak is a small town in Armenia (Kotayk) with a population of 2,096. The city sits at an elevation of 5,440 feet (1,658 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Solak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 323 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 31.2 inches. The area receives 72.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 5,440 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average34.8°F
36% below Armenia avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,440 ft (1,658 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density1,361/sq mi
Coordinates40.4625°N, 44.7071°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.2"
18% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 72.2"
Wettest Month (May) 3.23"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 130 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 97 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 54 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 99 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 130 km
Jan 23, 1998 18 km SSW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.9 133 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 60 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 90 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 53 km
Apr 25, 2002 Georgia-Armenia border region M4.8 146 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 112 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 115 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 68 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 100 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 109 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 80 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 96 km
Jul 30, 2004 16 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.7 108 km
Mar 14, 2002 21 km S of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.6 133 km
Jun 19, 1991 19 km NW of Ka??zman, Turkey M4.6 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ghegham Volcanic Ridge (32 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 32 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 44 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 92 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 100 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 100 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 142 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 147 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 18°F (-8°C) 1.0 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 1.4 in
April 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in
May 47°F (9°C) 3.2 in Wettest
June 54°F (12°C) 2.9 in
July 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
August 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 0.8 in

Solak has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 13°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 19.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Solak

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Kiss FM Armenia - MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Solak

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Khachatur Abovyan
Orbeli Brothers museum

Libraries in Solak

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Charentsavan Library0.0
GoldenYerevan0.0
Գրադարան0.0

Farmers Markets in Solak

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Venus
Հին շուկա

Cafes in Solak

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

bbq

Train Stations in Solak

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Solak

Breweries in Solak

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
"Likhnitis" Sevan's brewery
Aring Brewery
Aring Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Solak

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Solak

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Solak

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Zvartnots International AirportEVNLarge Airport
Erebuni Airport-Medium Airport
Akstafa Airport-Small Airport
Arzni Airport-Small Airport
Sky Club Airstrip-Small Airport
Stepanavan Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Solak

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
"Art Med" MEDICAL REHABILITATION CENTER
"Art Med" MEDICAL REHABILITATION CENTER
Medesy
Republican Speleotherapy Center

Churches & Religious Organizations in Solak

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mayravanq

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,650 m (5,414 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 Solak

What is the population of Solak?

Solak has a population of 2,096 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 1,361 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Solak?

Solak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.2 inches, with 72.2 inches of snow.

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