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Telavi, Georgia
Kakheti · Georgia
Telavi is a small city in Kakheti, Georgia with a population of 19,875. Elevation: 2,293 ft (699 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Telavi
Telavi is the main city and administrative center of the eastern Georgian province of Kakheti. As of the 2024 census, its population was 16,800. The city is located on the foothills of the Tsiv-Gombori Range at 500–800 m (1,600–2,600 ft) above sea level.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,875 |
| Population Density | 2,043 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,293 ft (699 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.9196°, 45.4700° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tbilisi |
| Country | 🇬🇪 Georgia |
| State / Province | Kakheti |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.1 inches (740 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.7 inches (9 cm) |
About Telavi
Telavi is a small city in Georgia (Kakheti) with a population of 19,875. The city sits at an elevation of 2,293 feet (699 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tbilisi.
Climate in Telavi
Telavi has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 744 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below Georgia avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,293 ft (699 m) |
| Area | 9.7 sq mi (25.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,043/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9196°N, 45.4700°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tbilisi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kazbek (118 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kazbek | Stratovolcano | 5,050 m (16,568 ft) | -750 | 118 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 186 km |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 1.1 in |
Telavi has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 32°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Telavi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auto School | College | - | , |
| College | College | - | , |
| Maski | University | - | , |
| Musical College | College | - | , |
| Professional Technical School | College | - | , |
| Telavi Iakob Gogebashvili State University | University | - | , |
| Telavi State University I Building | University | - | , |
| Telavi State University VI Building | University | - | , |
| Telavi Technical College | College | - | , |
| The Branch of Telavi of Tbilisi Secular University | University | - | , |
| University #1 | University | - | , |
Schools in Telavi
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday School | - | - | - | - |
| New Life | - | - | - | - |
| Georgian Folk Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Erekle II Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Public School #6 | - | - | - | - |
| Parich Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Public school N1 | - | - | - | - |
| Ruispiri Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Public School #9 | - | - | - | - |
| Public School #3 | - | - | - | - |
| Vardisubani Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Public School N7 | - | - | - | - |
| Public School #5 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Telavi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Telavi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Chavchavadze House-Museum | ||||
| Erakli II Museum | ||||
| Erekle II Palace | ||||
| Giorgi Leonidze House-Museum | ||||
| Gremi Church | ||||
| Gremi Museum | ||||
| Pankisi Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Sagarejo Local Museum | ||||
| Tsinandali Enoteca | ||||
| village istorian museum |
Libraries in Telavi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Children's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Telavi State University Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Telavi
21 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Telavi
23 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Telavi
10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Telavi
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Telavi
4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Telavi
5 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Telavi
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Telavi
7 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Telavi
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Telavi
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Telavi
17 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Telavi
10 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Telavi
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Telavi
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Telavi
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tbilisi International Airport | TBS | Large Airport |
| Tbilisi Marneuli Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Tbilisi Soganlug Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Vaziani Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Telavi Kurdgelauri Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Telavi
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Georgian Post (2200) | |
| Georgian Post (Maleo) |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Telavi
59 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| "ჯირკიანის" საყდარი | |
| Church | |
| Church of the Virgin Mary | |
| Church of the Virgin Mary | |
| Ghvtaeba Church | |
| Gorijvari | |
| Ikalto Archangel Church | |
| Ikalto John the Baptist Church | |
| Ikalto Quasimodogeniti Church | |
| Ikalto St. Stephen Church | |
| Ikalto Trinity Church | |
| Kviratskhoveli Church | |
| Mother of God Church | |
| Ruispiri (Artozani) All Saints' Church | |
| Skete | |
| Skete (large) | |
| St. Barbare church | |
| St. Shio monastery | |
| აწყურის წმ.თევდორეს ეკლესია | |
| ახატელის ღვთაების ეკლესია |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Georgia
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Telavi
What is the population of Telavi?
Telavi has a population of 19,875 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 2,043 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Telavi?
Telavi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow.