Aramazd mountains
Mountains Mountain range in Syunik Province, rugged terrain
How to Get to Aramazd mountains #
The Aramazd ranges are best accessed by road from the regional centers of Kapan or Goris in Syunik Province. Regional buses service these towns from Yerevan; from there, hire a local driver or use rented transport to reach specific trailheads.
Tips for Visiting Aramazd mountains #
- Hire a local guide for remote mountain routes - some trails in Syunik are minimally marked and weather can change quickly.
- Combine with drives through the Meghri and Tatev corridors to see different faces of Syunik's geology and history.
- Bring a camera with a sturdy zoom for the dramatic ridgelines and pallid alpine light.
Best Time to Visit Aramazd mountains #
Summer months are best for hiking and exploring the Aramazd mountain area, with the most stable conditions and accessible passes.
Weather & Climate near Aramazd mountains #
Aramazd mountains's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -15°C to 18°C. Moderate rainfall (573 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -14°C. The driest month with just 25 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with 94 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
