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Tatev, Armenia

Syunik · Armenia

Tatev is a small town in Syunik, Armenia with a population of 785. Elevation: 4,511 ft (1,375 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

785 Population 31/sq mi density
4,511 ft Elevation 1,375 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
21.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Tatev

Tatev

The Tatev Monastery is a 9th-century Armenian Apostolic Christian monastery located on a large basalt plateau near the village of Tatev in the Syunik Province in southeastern Armenia. The term "Tatev" usually refers to the monastery. The monastic ensemble stands on the edge of a deep gorge of the Vorotan River. Tatev is known as the bishopric seat of Syunik and played a significant role in the history of the region as a center of economic, political, spiritual and cultural activity.

People

Population785
Density31/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation4,511 ft (1,375 m)
Population785
Population Density31 / sq mi
Elevation4,511 ft (1,375 m)
Coordinates39.3861°, 46.2445°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceSyunik
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation21.6 inches (548 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)

About Tatev

Tatev is a small town in Armenia (Syunik) with a population of 785. The city sits at an elevation of 4,511 feet (1,375 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Tatev experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,511 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below Armenia avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,511 ft (1,375 m)
Area25.4 sq mi (65.7 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates39.3861°N, 46.2445°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.6"
43% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 5.4"
Wettest Month (May) 3.23"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

103 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 11, 2024.

Aug 11, 2012 26 km SW of Ahar, Iran M6.4 128 km
Aug 11, 2012 30 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M6.2 119 km
Nov 7, 2012 39 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.4 112 km
Aug 15, 2012 35 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M5.3 115 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 146 km
Mar 16, 2023 11 km ESE of Khowy, Iran M5.2 141 km
Aug 14, 2012 24 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.1 114 km
Aug 11, 2012 27 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.1 110 km
Apr 22, 1996 31 km S of Horadiz, Azerbaijan M5.0 100 km
Aug 11, 2012 25 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.0 115 km
Aug 11, 2012 29 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.0 114 km
Nov 16, 2012 42 km WNW of Ahar, Iran M4.9 97 km
Aug 16, 2012 32 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M4.9 116 km
Aug 11, 2012 32 km W of Ahar, Iran M4.8 114 km
Nov 18, 1998 27 km SE of Khowy, Iran M4.8 147 km
Mar 15, 1993 29 km W of Kujuvar, Iran M4.8 148 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 109 km
Jan 26, 2013 23 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M4.8 125 km
Aug 11, 2012 36 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M4.8 122 km
Apr 18, 2013 29 km W of Marand, Iran M4.8 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vaiyots-Sar (79 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 79 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 83 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 146 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 170 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in
March 31°F (-0°C) 2.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in Wettest
June 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
July 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in
August 67°F (20°C) 1.3 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.0 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Tatev has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 24°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Tatev

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tatev Secondary School Aft. S. Arakelyan
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Radio Stations near Tatev

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Tatev

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archeological Museum
Entrance to Khndzoresk caves
Historical Museum Sh. Movsisyan
History Museum
House Museum
House Museum of Axel Bakunts
Kapan modern art museum
Kapan Regional museum
Matenadaran museum
Museum of Regional Studies
Sero Khandzradzyan Museum
Sisian History Museum
Tatev Oil Mill

Restaurants in Tatev

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Infocafe

Cafes in Tatev

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Good food
Restaurant
Tatev Information center and cafe

Monuments in Tatev

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Halidzor Belltower
WWII Memorial

Bus Stations in Tatev

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AM #6757700485
Tatev

Stadiums & Teams in Tatev

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Tatev

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Khojaly AirportMedium Airport
Goris AirportSmall Airport
Sisian AirstripSmall Airport
Syunik AirportYUKSmall Airport
Zangilan International AirportZZESmall Airport

Post Offices in Tatev

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
HayPost 3218

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tatev

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Great Hermitage of Tatev
Holy Mother of God
Holy Mother Of God Chapel
St. Astvatsatsin
St. Minas
Sts. Paul and Peter Church
Tsakut

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,680 m (5,512 ft)
Area
65.7 km² (25.4 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 Tatev

What is the population of Tatev?

Tatev has a population of 785 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 25.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tatev?

Tatev has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.6 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow.

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