Climate for Station: Gavar, Gegharkunik, Armenia

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Gavar

Geghark'unik', Armenia

2026-03-01 06:26

1.4°C

Feels 0.7°C

H: -4.7°C / L: -11.6°C

Precip: 0.09mm | Wind: 3.6 kph

▼ 5.5°C vs historical high

Partly cloudy

2026-03-02

H: -4.5°C

L: -12.5°C

Rain: 77%

Rainfall: 1.89mm

Wind: 7.6kph

▼ 5.6°C

2026-03-03

H: -2.8°C

L: -13°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0.01mm

Wind: 9kph

▼ 4.4°C

2026-03-04

H: -2.3°C

L: -9.7°C

Rain: 62%

Rainfall: 9.89mm

Wind: 10.4kph

▼ 4.2°C

2026-03-05

H: -3.4°C

L: -12°C

Rain: 71%

Rainfall: 0.11mm

Wind: 14.4kph

▼ 5.4°C

2026-03-06

H: -2.9°C

L: -11°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0.03mm

Wind: 14.8kph

▼ 4.9°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Gavar, nestled in the Armenian highlands, is experiencing a warming trend with notable increases in both high and low temperatures over the past decade. However, a gap in precipitation data leaves some uncertainty about current rainfall patterns.

Highland Temperature Trends

Gavar, Armenia, located at 40.35°N, 45.13°E, is classified under the Köppen climate classification as Dfb, indicating a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. The city is situated in the Gegharkunik Province, surrounded by mountainous terrain that influences its climatic conditions, often leading to colder temperatures and significant seasonal variability.

The all-time temperature trends in Gavar reveal a gradual warming, with highs increasing by 0.19°C (0.34°F) and lows rising by 0.10°C (0.18°F). This long-term warming trend suggests a subtle yet consistent rise in temperatures over the years. However, the past decade shows a more pronounced increase, with high temperatures climbing by 0.35°C (0.63°F) and lows by 0.80°C (1.44°F). This recent acceleration in temperature rise could have implications for local ecosystems and agriculture, potentially altering growing seasons and crop viability.

Extremes in Temperature

Gavar's record temperatures highlight the city's climatic extremes. The highest recorded temperature is 34.1°C (93.4°F), while the lowest plummets to -33.0°C (-27.4°F). These extremes underscore the significant temperature range that the region experiences, a characteristic feature of its continental climate.

Precipitation Patterns and Gaps

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) is a measure of how precipitation is distributed over time. A baseline PCI of 14.1 suggests a moderate concentration of rainfall events in Gavar. However, the current PCI data is missing, creating a gap in understanding how precipitation patterns may have shifted in recent years. This monitoring gap leaves questions about whether rainfall has become more concentrated or evenly distributed, which could impact water resource management and agricultural planning.

Regional Implications and Goals

Armenia's regional climate goals focus on adapting to climate change impacts, including temperature increases and potential shifts in precipitation patterns. The warming trends observed in Gavar align with broader regional and global patterns of climate change. Understanding these changes is crucial for developing strategies to mitigate adverse effects on agriculture, water resources, and local communities.

The absence of current PCI data is a critical gap that needs addressing to provide a comprehensive understanding of Gavar's climate dynamics. As Armenia continues to pursue sustainable development and climate resilience, filling these data gaps will be essential for informed decision-making and policy development.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: +0.76 °C/decade

Low: +0.20 °C/decade

Rain: +8.62 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.41 °C/decade

Low: +0.00 °C/decade

Rain: +1.91 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.37 °C/decade

Low: +0.08 °C/decade

Rain: +0.45 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.20 °C/decade

Low: +0.09 °C/decade

Rain: +0.08 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 59.4%

This Year: 38.7%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 16.4

Historical Average: 14.2

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 85^th percentile

Low: 55^th percentile

Rain: 99^th percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: -6.0%

Low: -11.8%

Intraday: -4.6%

Data Coverage

63.1%

First Year of Data

1891

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

	Max High	Avg High	Min High	Max Avg	Avg Avg	Min Avg	Max Low	Avg Low	Min Low	Max Precipitation	Avg Precipitation	Max Snow	Avg Snow
Record	34.1 °C	—	-16.4 °C	23.2 °C	—	-21.1 °C	19.6 °C	—	-33.0 °C	99.8 mm	—	—	—
January	12.0 °C	-0.8 °C	-15.3 °C	6.2 °C	-6.2 °C	-19.3 °C	2.6 °C	-12.4 °C	-33.0 °C	40.9 mm	0.5 mm	—	—
February	11.9 °C	-0.3 °C	-16.4 °C	4.7 °C	-5.1 °C	-19.6 °C	4.0 °C	-11.6 °C	-32.7 °C	99.8 mm	1.0 mm	—	—
March	17.5 °C	3.2 °C	-12.6 °C	10.8 °C	-0.1 °C	-19.4 °C	6.5 °C	-7.0 °C	-30.9 °C	99.8 mm	1.2 mm	—	—
April	25.1 °C	10.1 °C	-7.7 °C	14.7 °C	5.4 °C	-4.4 °C	10.5 °C	-0.7 °C	-19.6 °C	99.8 mm	1.7 mm	—	—
May	26.5 °C	15.4 °C	1.6 °C	16.1 °C	9.6 °C	1.7 °C	13.1 °C	3.2 °C	-9.2 °C	99.8 mm	2.4 mm	—	—
June	30.5 °C	19.2 °C	4.0 °C	19.5 °C	13.8 °C	8.1 °C	15.3 °C	6.0 °C	-4.8 °C	99.6 mm	2.6 mm	—	—
July	32.7 °C	22.2 °C	10.7 °C	21.1 °C	16.3 °C	10.8 °C	17.1 °C	9.3 °C	-1.5 °C	99.6 mm	2.1 mm	—	—
August	34.1 °C	22.8 °C	11.0 °C	23.2 °C	16.4 °C	8.8 °C	19.6 °C	9.0 °C	-2.2 °C	99.8 mm	1.7 mm	—	—
September	30.1 °C	19.5 °C	5.9 °C	20.9 °C	12.4 °C	4.8 °C	14.5 °C	5.1 °C	-5.8 °C	99.6 mm	1.4 mm	—	—
October	25.0 °C	13.6 °C	-1.6 °C	14.6 °C	6.8 °C	-1.7 °C	11.0 °C	0.5 °C	-15.6 °C	99.6 mm	1.3 mm	—	—
November	18.5 °C	7.1 °C	-11.0 °C	11.0 °C	0.8 °C	-9.2 °C	8.5 °C	-4.4 °C	-27.2 °C	99.3 mm	0.9 mm	—	—
December	12.7 °C	1.7 °C	-11.0 °C	6.9 °C	-3.5 °C	-21.1 °C	4.4 °C	-9.6 °C	-26.0 °C	20.1 mm	0.5 mm	—	—