Spitaksar Mountain
Spitaksar at a Glance#
Address: Spitaksar area, Armenia
How to Get to Spitaksar#
The area is best accessed by car from regional centers such as Vanadzor or Gyumri, depending on which Spitaksar is the destination. Local minibuses (marshrutkas) serve many villages in Armenia, but routes and schedules are variable - hiring a local driver offers flexibility.
Tips for Visiting Spitaksar#
- If visiting local villages nearby, be prepared for basic amenities and practice respectful behavior with residents.
- Bring binoculars for birdwatching; the Armenian countryside around Spitaksar is good for spotting raptors.
Best Time to Visit Spitaksar#
Late spring through early autumn is generally the best window for visiting surrounding countryside.
Late spring/early summer
May-June · 10-22°C (50-72°F)
Green landscapes and mild weather ideal for hiking and exploring rural areas.
Autumn
September-October · 5-18°C (41-64°F)
Crisp days and clear skies; harvest season in nearby agricultural communities.
Weather & Climate near Spitaksar#
Climate
Spitaksar's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -17°C to 14°C. Moderate rainfall (727 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 51
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -16° - -9° | -20° | 34 mm | overcast | 76% | 4.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |
| February | Poor | -17° - -9° | -20° | 41 mm | overcast | 70% | 3.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.5h |
| March | Poor | -15° - -7° | -17° | 61 mm | overcast | 63% | 3.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -8° - -1° | -10° | 86 mm | overcast | 62% | 3.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.1h |
| May | Poor | -5° - 2° | -5° | 105 mm | overcast | 60% | 3.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Acceptable | -1° - 8° | 1° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 52% | 3.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Good | 4° - 13° | 7° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 47% | 3.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.6h |
| August | Good | 5° - 14° | 7° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 44% | 3.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Good | 2° - 11° | 4° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 47% | 3.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 12.3h |
| October | Poor | -4° - 4° | -4° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 59% | 3.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Poor | -9° - -3° | -11° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 3.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| December | Poor | -14° - -7° | -17° | 41 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 4.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
