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Vardadzor, Armenia

Gegharkunik · Armenia

Vardadzor is a small town in Gegharkunik, Armenia with a population of 2,798. Elevation: 6,562 ft (2,000 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).

2,798 Population 6/sq mi density
6,562 ft Elevation 2,000 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 6°C
18.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Vardadzor

Vardadzor

Vardadzor is a village in the Martuni Municipality of the Gegharkunik Province of Armenia. Lake Sevan lies a few kilometres to the northeast of the village.

People

Population2,798
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation6,562 ft (2,000 m)
Population2,798
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation6,562 ft (2,000 m)
Coordinates40.1875°, 45.1939°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceGegharkunik
Average Temperature44°F (6°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation18.1 inches (460 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.8 inches (10 cm)

About Vardadzor

Vardadzor is a small town in Armenia (Gegharkunik) with a population of 2,798. The city sits at an elevation of 6,562 feet (2,000 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.

Vardadzor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,562 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below Armenia avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,562 ft (2,000 m)
Area486.4 sq mi (1,259.7 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates40.1875°N, 45.1939°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.1"
52% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 3.8"
Wettest Month (May) 2.87"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

75 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M0.0 on Mar 8, 2025.

Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 147 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 37 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 114 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 140 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 111 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 65 km
Jan 23, 1998 18 km SSW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.9 134 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 18 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 122 km
Jul 30, 2004 16 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.7 119 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 146 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 130 km
Jun 18, 1996 23 km N of Sumbatan-diza, Azerbaijan M4.7 125 km
Mar 13, 2005 14 km ENE of Geghamasar, Armenia M4.6 58 km
Mar 14, 2002 21 km S of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.6 130 km
May 18, 1994 22 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.5 147 km
Aug 25, 1997 28 km SSW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.4 144 km
Aug 10, 2004 16 km SW of I?d?r, Turkey M4.4 116 km
Mar 8, 2025 3 km ENE of Sarahart’, Armenia M4.4 111 km
Sep 24, 2000 eastern Turkey M4.4 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ghegham Volcanic Ridge (20 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 20 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 50 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 51 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 92 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 94 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 146 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 23°F (-5°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.3 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.9 in Wettest
June 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
August 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in Warmest
September 58°F (15°C) 1.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.2 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 0.8 in

Vardadzor has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 23°F in February to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 18.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (0.8").

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Farmers Markets in Vardadzor

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hayk Market

Stadiums & Teams in Vardadzor

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Vardadzor

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Vardadzor

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Erebuni AirportMedium Airport
Arzni AirportSmall Airport
Berd AirportSmall Airport
Sky Club AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan

🇦🇲 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 Vardadzor

What is the population of Vardadzor?

Vardadzor has a population of 2,798 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 486.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vardadzor?

Vardadzor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.1 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow.

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