Tskhouk-Karckar Volcano
Volcanic complex on Armenia's southern Syunik highlands
Tskhouk-Karckar at a Glance#
Best Time to Visit Tskhouk-Karckar#
For Tskhouk-Karckar and surrounding highland areas, late spring through summer (May-September) is the most practical time for visits and hiking.
Late spring to summer
May-September · 10-25°C
Warmest and most accessible time for outdoor visits and trekking in Syunik; roads and trails are generally in good condition.
Autumn
October-November · 0-15°C
Cooler and quieter with crisper days; some higher routes may start to see early snow later in the season.
Winter
December-March · -10-5°C
Cold with snow at higher elevations; some remote roads and mountain access may be limited or impassable.
Weather & Climate near Tskhouk-Karckar#
Climate
Tskhouk-Karckar's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -17°C to 18°C. Moderate rainfall (582 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 46
Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -16° - -8° | -19° | 25 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| February | Poor | -17° - -7° | -18° | 32 mm | overcast | 69% | 3.2 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.6h |
| March | Poor | -13° - -4° | -14° | 51 mm | overcast | 65% | 2.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -6° - 2° | -6° | 76 mm | overcast | 65% | 3.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.1h |
| May | Poor | -2° - 6° | -1° | 91 mm | overcast | 63% | 3.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.2h |
| June | Acceptable | 2° - 13° | 6° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 57% | 2.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.7h |
| July | Very Good | 6° - 18° | 12° | 48 mm | partly cloudy | 56% | 2.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.5h |
| August | Very Good | 7° - 18° | 12° | 38 mm | partly cloudy | 55% | 3.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.5h |
| September | Good | 4° - 15° | 8° | 31 mm | partly cloudy | 60% | 2.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 12.3h |
| October | Poor | -2° - 7° | -1° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 2.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Poor | -8° - 0° | -9° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 3.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| December | Poor | -13° - -5° | -15° | 28 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
