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Vardenis, Armenia

Aragatsotn · Armenia

Vardenis is a small town in Aragatsotn, Armenia with a population of 764. Elevation: 6,083 ft (1,854 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

Data updated June 2026

764 Population 3/sq mi density
6,083 ft Elevation 1,854 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
31.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone

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About Vardenis

Vardenis


Vardenis is a town in the Vardenis Municipality of Gegharkunik Province, Armenia. It is in the Masrik River valley, on the territory of the Masrik artesian basin at 2,006 metres above sea level, near the southeastern shores of Lake Sevan. It is 170 kilometres by road east of the capital Yerevan, and 75 kilometres southeast of the provincial centre Gavar. The administrative territory of Vardenis comprises 3,006 hectares, of which 736 hectares is occupied by the town itself. Vardenis obtained its status as an urban settlement in 1995. In the 2011 census the population was 12,685, and in the 2022 census it was 12,466.

People

Population764
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation6,083 ft (1,854 m)
Population764
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation6,083 ft (1,854 m)
Coordinates40.5675°, 44.4059°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceAragatsotn
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 Vardenis

Vardenis is a small town in Armenia (Aragatsotn) with a population of 764. The city sits at an elevation of 6,083 feet (1,854 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.

Vardenis 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 6,083 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

Elevation6,083 ft (1,854 m)
Area259.5 sq mi (672.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates40.5675°N, 44.4059°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.2"
18% below Armenia avg
Snowfall 72.2"
Wettest Month (May) 3.86"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

101 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M0.0 on Apr 6, 2025.

Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 106 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 74 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 129 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 143 km
Feb 5, 2021 9 km SSW of Vahan, Armenia M5.2 80 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 96 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 102 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 67 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 60 km
Jan 23, 1998 18 km SSW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.9 135 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 37 km
Dec 9, 1992 5 km ESE of Madina, Armenia M4.8 96 km
Apr 25, 2002 Georgia-Armenia border region M4.8 141 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 96 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 110 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 87 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 76 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 72 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 57 km
Jul 30, 2004 16 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.7 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (18 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 18 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 59 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 97 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 124 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 126 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 128 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 142 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 17°F (-8°C) 1.2 in
March 24°F (-4°C) 1.5 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.5 in
May 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in Wettest
June 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in
July 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
August 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
November 32°F (0°C) 1.4 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.0 in

Vardenis has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 13°F in January to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Vardenis

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Kiss FM Armenia MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Vardenis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum of Local Lore of Lori Pambak
Stepan Zoryan's House Museum
The house-museum of Viktor Hambardzumyan
Vanadzor Museum of Fine Arts

Libraries in Vardenis

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Charentsavan Library0.0
Lori Regional Library after Vahan Teryan0.0
Mkrtich Sargsyan Children Library №20.0
Մասսայական Գրադարան Մասնաճյուղ №30.0

Farmers Markets in Vardenis

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market
Բանջարեղենի շուկա

Stadiums & Teams in Vardenis

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Vardenis

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Vardenis

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shirak International AirportLWNLarge Airport
Zvartnots International AirportEVNLarge Airport
Erebuni AirportMedium Airport
Iğdır AirportIGDMedium Airport
Arzni AirportSmall Airport
Hoktember Highway StripSmall Airport
Sky Club AirstripSmall Airport
Stepanavan AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vardenis

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Narek chapel
Surb Hakob

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Elevation
1,850 m (6,070 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 Vardenis

What is the population of Vardenis?

Vardenis has a population of 764 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 259.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vardenis?

Vardenis 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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