World War II memorial in Geghanist, Ararat

Monument Ararat-region World War II memorial honoring local veterans

Geghanist’s World War II memorial in Ararat Province marks community losses and service; people visit for memorial ceremonies and education.

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The World War II memorial in Geghanist is a local commemorative monument located in the village of Geghanist, Armavir Province, Armenia. It marks remembrance of World War II within the village community.

This is a small village memorial intended for local remembrance rather than a large tourist site. The immediate setting is within Geghanist and visitors can view the monument and any inscriptions present on site.

The monument exists to commemorate those associated with World War II from the local community. Specific construction dates, designers, and changes over time are not documented here.

The memorial sits in the village of Geghanist in Armavir Province, Armenia (approximate coordinates 40.14587, 44.43329). It is sited within the agricultural lowlands of western Armenia.

World War II memorial in Geghanist, Ararat
Geghanist, Armavir Province, Armenia
40.1459, 44.4333

How to Get to World War II memorial in Geghanist, Ararat #

Geghanist is in Armavir Province and is accessible by road from the regional centre; private car or local bus services are typical transport options.

Tips for Visiting World War II memorial in Geghanist, Ararat #

  • Armavir Province has several small memorials - a regional tourism office can provide a map for those wanting to see multiple sites in a day.
  • Wear comfortable shoes: many village memorials are located on uneven ground rather than paved plazas.

Best Time to Visit World War II memorial in Geghanist, Ararat #

Late spring through early autumn is best for visiting memorials and nearby vineyards in Armavir Province.

Late spring to early autumn
May-September · 16-32°C (61-90°F)
Warm weather and stable roads make travel around Armavir easy.
Winter
December-February · -5-5°C (23-41°F)
Colder weather and occasional snow; provincial roads may be slower.

Weather & Climate near World War II memorial in Geghanist, Ararat #

Climate

World War II memorial in Geghanist, Ararat'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 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
-21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-7°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-6°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 10°
50%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
50%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 47 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.3h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 28°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.8h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
17° 31°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.6h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 10 mm and partly cloudy skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
16° 31°
35%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.6h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.

91 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 27°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
48%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

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