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Verishen, Armenia
Syunik · Armenia
Verishen is a small town in Syunik, Armenia with a population of 2,117. Elevation: 5,164 ft (1,574 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Verishen
Verishen is a village in the Goris Municipality of the Syunik Province in Armenia.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,117 |
| Population Density | 221 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,164 ft (1,574 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.5312°, 46.3183° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
| Country | 🇦🇲 Armenia |
| State / Province | Syunik |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.9 inches (581 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.6 inches (17 cm) |
About Verishen
Verishen is a small town in Armenia (Syunik) with a population of 2,117. The city sits at an elevation of 5,164 feet (1,574 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yerevan.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.5°F |
| 27% below Armenia avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 294 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,164 ft (1,574 m) |
| Area | 9.6 sq mi (24.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 221/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5312°N, 46.3183°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yerevan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Porak (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 74 km |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 76 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 140 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 174 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.1 in |
Verishen has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 19°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (1.0").
Schools in Verishen
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youry Bakhshinyan school no 3 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Verishen
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Verishen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Museum | ||||
| Entrance to Khndzoresk caves | ||||
| House Museum | ||||
| House Museum of Axel Bakunts | ||||
| Matenadaran museum | ||||
| Sero Khandzradzyan Museum | ||||
| Tatev Oil Mill |
Hotels in Verishen
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Verishen
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Verishen
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Verishen
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Khojaly Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Goris Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sisian Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Syunik Airport | YUK | Small Airport |
| Zangilan International Airport | ZZE | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Verishen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| HayPost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Verishen
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Hripsime Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Armenia
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Verishen
What is the population of Verishen?
Verishen has a population of 2,117 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 221 people per square mile, spread across 9.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Verishen?
Verishen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.9 inches, with 6.6 inches of snow.