Saint Sarkis Cathedral Religious Site
Prominent Armenian cathedral in Yerevan with historic relics
Large Armenian Apostolic cathedral on a hill in Yerevan known for modern stone architecture and evening liturgies. Visitors come for services, wedding photography and views across the city.
Saint Sarkis Cathedral at a Glance#
Address: Saint Sarkis Cathedral, Yerevan, Armenia
Hours: Daily (open to visitors; services held regularly)
Admission: Free
Tips for Visiting Saint Sarkis Cathedral#
- If possible, visit on a weekday morning to avoid the many weekend wedding services and family gatherings that commonly occupy the cathedral.
- Allow a short time after exploring the interior to walk the surrounding grounds and adjacent streets - the cathedral is centrally located in Yerevan, so it pairs well with nearby museums and parks for a compact itinerary.
Best Time to Visit Saint Sarkis Cathedral#
Best visited in spring or early autumn for comfortable weather and fewer crowds; summers are hot and winters can be cold.
Spring and early autumn
Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct · 10-25°C
Mild weather and fewer tourists make this a comfortable time to explore the cathedral and nearby sites in Yerevan.
Summer
Jul-Aug · 25-35°C
Hot and dry; daytime visits can be warm but urban access remains straightforward.
Winter
Dec-Feb · -5-5°C
Cold with possible snow; visitor numbers are lower and indoor sites are quieter.
Weather & Climate near Saint Sarkis Cathedral#
Climate
Saint Sarkis Cathedral's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 97
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAugustJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
-21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - 1° | -5° | 21 mm | overcast | 60% | 1.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |
| February | Poor | -6° - 3° | -4° | 25 mm | overcast | 55% | 1.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.5h |
| March | Acceptable | -1° - 9° | 2° | 28 mm | overcast | 50% | 1.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 5° - 17° | 11° | 40 mm | overcast | 50% | 1.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.1h |
| May | Good | 9° - 22° | 15° | 53 mm | overcast | 49% | 1.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Excellent | 13° - 27° | 20° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 42% | 1.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Excellent | 16° - 31° | 23° | 19 mm | partly cloudy | 37% | 2.1 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.6h |
| August | Excellent | 16° - 30° | 23° | 13 mm | partly cloudy | 35% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Ideal | 12° - 26° | 19° | 11 mm | some cloud | 38% | 1.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 6° - 19° | 12° | 28 mm | partly cloudy | 48% | 1.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 1° - 11° | 5° | 26 mm | partly cloudy | 54% | 1.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 4° | 0° | 20 mm | overcast | 61% | 1.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
