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Vardakar, Armenia
Shirak · Armenia
Vardakar is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 649. Elevation: 5,285 ft (1,611 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vardakar
Vardakar is a village in the Artik Municipality of the Shirak Province of Armenia.
People
Climate
| Population | 649 |
| Population Density | 941 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,285 ft (1,611 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.6643°, 43.9189° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
| Country | 🇦🇲 Armenia |
| State / Province | Shirak |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.5 inches (801 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 90.4 inches (230 cm) |
About Vardakar
Vardakar is a small town in Armenia (Shirak) with a population of 649. The city sits at an elevation of 5,285 feet (1,611 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.8°F |
| 26% below Armenia avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 329 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,285 ft (1,611 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 941/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6643°N, 43.9189°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (28 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 28 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 101 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 112 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 146 km |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 165 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 170 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.9 in |
Vardakar has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 18°F in February to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Vardakar
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Aurora | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Marshall | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Vardakar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avetic Isahakyan's Home and Museum | ||||
| Hovhannes Shiraz Home and Museum | ||||
| Kumayri Archeological Museum | ||||
| Mher Mkrtchyan Home and Museum | ||||
| Minas Avetisyan House-museum | ||||
| Museum of National Architecture and Urban Life | ||||
| Shirak Regional Museum | ||||
| The Gallery of Mariam and Eranuhi Aslamazyan Sister | ||||
| Ճեմարան |
Farmers Markets in Vardakar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aida's Market | |||||
| Gamma | |||||
| Gyumri Central Market | |||||
| Karo Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| ԳԱ-ԵՐ | |||||
| Գյումրու Շուկա | |||||
| Լաջինի միջանցք | |||||
| Հայկ |
Breweries in Vardakar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Alexandrapol/ Gyumri Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Vardakar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vardakar
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shirak International Airport | LWN | Large Airport |
| Zvartnots International Airport | EVN | Large Airport |
| Erebuni Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Iğdır Airport | IGD | Medium Airport |
| Arzni Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hoktember Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Sky Club Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stepanavan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Armenia
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What is the population of Vardakar?
Vardakar has a population of 649 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 941 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vardakar?
Vardakar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches, with 90.4 inches of snow.