Porak Mountain
Volcanic peak in Armenia near Gegharkunik
Porak is a volcanic massif in Armenia's Gegharkunik area; hikers and geological observers visit for volcanic terrain, mountain trails and views toward nearby highland lakes.
Porak at a Glance#
Address: Porak volcano area, Gegharkunik Province (village of Porak vicinity), Armenia
How to Get to Porak#
Porak is in the Gegharkunik province of Armenia. From the provincial centre (Gavar or Sevan) local roads lead east toward villages in the volcanic zone; hire a local driver or guide familiar with regional tracks and access permissions.
Tips for Visiting Porak#
- Ascents and trails around Porak can be steep and volcanic - hire a local guide familiar with seasonal conditions and land access.
- Check seismic and volcanic activity reports and local advisories prior to travel.
- Combine with visits to nearby highland lakes for a fuller regional itinerary.
Best Time to Visit Porak#
Summer months are generally most reliable for access; local conditions vary.
Weather & Climate near Porak#
Porak's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -16°C to 18°C. Moderate rainfall (603 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -15° - -7° | -17° | 25 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |
| February | Poor | -16° - -5° | -17° | 31 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.5h |
| March | Poor | -13° - -3° | -13° | 48 mm | overcast | 69% | 2.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -5° - 4° | -5° | 72 mm | overcast | 68% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.1h |
| May | Acceptable | -1° - 8° | 1° | 90 mm | overcast | 65% | 2.9 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Acceptable | 2° - 13° | 6° | 82 mm | partly cloudy | 58% | 2.7 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Good | 7° - 18° | 12° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 54% | 2.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.6h |
| August | Very Good | 7° - 18° | 12° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 50% | 2.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Good | 4° - 14° | 8° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 53% | 2.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 12.3h |
| October | Acceptable | -2° - 8° | 0° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 2.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Poor | -7° - 1° | -7° | 38 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| December | Poor | -13° - -4° | -14° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
