Climate Insights for Vanadzor
Lori Province, Armenia
Climate Overview
The climate in Vanadzor is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1,091 mm of precipitation falls per year. Vanadzor receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Vanadzor is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -10°C. Vanadzor experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Vanadzor is cool. The average annual temperature is 42°F and approximately 43 in of precipitation falls per year. Vanadzor receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Vanadzor is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 13°F. Vanadzor experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Vanadzor vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -10°C and the daily average is -7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Vanadzor vary considerably across the year, with a 57°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 70°F with a mean of 60°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 13°F and the daily average is 20°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Vanadzor is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,091 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 91 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 194 mm of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 42 mm. That's 152 mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Vanadzor receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 287cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 87cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Vanadzor is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 43 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.6 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 7.6 in of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.7 in. That's 6 in less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Vanadzor receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 113in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 34in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Vanadzor is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Vanadzor is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Vanadzor is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 64 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -10°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Vanadzor is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 13°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Vanadzor based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Vanadzor based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.