Shirakavan (ancient city) Archaeological Site

Ancient Armenian city ruins near Kars

A medieval settlement near Kars, Shirakavan preserves ruined foundations and church remnants from Armenia's middle ages. History-minded visitors travel for architectural fragments, field archaeology and views over the surrounding steppe rather than developed visitor facilities.

Shirakavan (ancient city) at a Glance#

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How to Get to Shirakavan (ancient city)#

Kars is the regional gateway for archaeological sites in the province; access to rural ruins typically requires a private vehicle or local guide. The town of Kars is served by road and rail from Erzurum and other eastern Turkish cities.

Tips for Visiting Shirakavan (ancient city)#

Because exact remains and access routes can be limited, consult local archaeological resources or Turkish cultural heritage authorities before visiting.
Check regional travel advisories for Kars Province-winter conditions can be severe and affect accessibility.

Best Time to Visit Shirakavan (ancient city)#

Best in summer for road access and clearer conditions.

Summer (June-September)

Jun-Sep · 10-25°C

Accessibility improves; snow-free roads and clearer conditions for site visits.

Winter (December-March)

Dec-Mar · -20-0°C

Harsh winter conditions-sites may be inaccessible and require special equipment.

Weather & Climate near Shirakavan (ancient city)#

Climate

Shirakavan (ancient city)'s climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -14°C to 28°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 67 Moderate

Best Time to Visit

SeptemberAugustJuly

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

37°

Warmest Month

-26°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -14°C. The driest month with just 17 mm and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

-9°

Feels Like Freezing

-9°C

Temperature

-14° – -4°

81%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

17 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.4

UV Index

Low

9.5h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -13°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-7°

Feels Like Freezing

-7°C

Temperature

-13° – -2°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

23 mm

Rainfall

1.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.7

UV Index

Moderate

10.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

-1°

Feels Like Freezing

-1°C

Temperature

-6° – 5°

65%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

25 mm

Rainfall

2.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.0

UV Index

High

11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

8°

Feels Like Cold

8°C

Temperature

1° – 14°

63%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

47 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.3

UV Index

High

13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 76 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

12°

Feels Like Cool

12°C

Temperature

6° – 18°

63%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

76 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.7

UV Index

Very High

14.3h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

9° – 23°

57%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

67 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

14.8h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

13° – 28°

52%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

40 mm

Rainfall

2.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

14.6h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

12° – 28°

49%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

31 mm

Rainfall

2.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Extreme

13.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall.

89 Excellent

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

7° – 24°

53%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

25 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.4

UV Index

High

12.3h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

2° – 16°

61%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

32 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.8

UV Index

Moderate

11.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

2°

Feels Like Cold

2°C

Temperature

-3° – 8°

68%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

26 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.4

UV Index

Low

9.8h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

-4°

Feels Like Freezing

-4°C

Temperature

-9° – 0°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

19 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.3

UV Index

Low

9.2h daylight

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