Sevan
Armenia
Sevan is a city in Lake Sevan Region, Armenia, about 3 km from the lake shore.
The best months to visit are July–August.
August is the hottest month, with highs around 23°C (74°F).
February is the coldest month, with lows around -12°C (10°F).
The wettest month is May, with rain on about 17 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 10.8 hours of sunshine a day.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 4°
- Humidity
- 98%
- Wind
- 4 km/h SW
- Gusts
- 12 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 94%
- Pressure
- 1021 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 07:21 / 18:05
Next 48 hours
Best time to visit Sevan
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | -1° | 0° | 3° | 10° | 14° | 19° | 23° | 23° | 20° | 13° | 8° | 2° |
| Average low | -9° | -12° | -8° | 0° | 4° | 7° | 11° | 11° | 8° | 3° | -2° | -8° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 20 | 27 | 40 | 56 | 84 | 78 | 51 | 40 | 29 | 36 | 33 | 21 |
| Rain days | 5 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 17 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 8 | 5 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 3.7 | 4.3 | 5.4 | 6.1 | 7.5 | 9.7 | 10.8 | 10.3 | 9 | 6.5 | 4.7 | 3.6 |
| Daylight (h) | 9.6 | 10.6 | 11.8 | 13.2 | 14.4 | 15.1 | 14.8 | 13.8 | 12.4 | 11 | 9.9 | 9.3 |
| Humidity (%) | 74 | 74 | 68 | 61 | 60 | 56 | 50 | 49 | 52 | 62 | 68 | 75 |
| Wind (km/h) | 5 | 5 | 6 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 5 |
| Go score | 18 | 18 | 17 | 27 | 39 | 68 | 91 | 94 | 85 | 51 | 28 | 19 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Sevan, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Poor |
| Skiing | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair |
| Photography & sunsets | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Skiing — Only with ski resorts within 40 km. Good: daytime highs at resort altitude at or below freezing.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Sevan: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Sevan travel guide
What to see, do and eat, and where to stay — from an open, community-written travel guide.
Sevan is a city in Lake Sevan Region, Armenia, about 3 km from the lake shore.
Sevan city is barely a tourist destination, as it is not by the shores of the lake, where the string of tired, Soviet-era hotels and amusements can be found. It is a decent spot to load up on groceries however.
By marshrutka Marshrutkas depart from Yerevan's North Bus Station to Sevan several times a day, taking 1 hr. You can also get relatively close to town by taking minibuses towards Vardenis, Dilijan, Ijevan or Noyemberian and getting off part way, but getting to town might be a little complicated with the latter three. Taxis from Yerevan or elsewhere charge 100 dram/km. Tbilisi looks close on the map, but there are no regular connections: take these between Tbilisi and Vanadzor then a taxi over the hills to Sevan. Northern Bus Station (Հյուսիսային ավտոկայան) on the Yerevan Abovyan Highway, 2/14. By train Trains from Yerevan to Sevan operate in summer months; see the railways service website for a timetable.
Trains leave from the Yerevan railway station.
Walking around the city is easy on foot. Taxis are plentiful if necessary.
Most sights and activities are spread around the Lake Sevan Region, have a look there to identify your preferences.
The most visited destination of the lake is the peninsula known as kghzi, meaning island, which it once was before Stalin had much of the water drained from the lake. The monastery is a must, for the great views it affords of the vast lake, most of which visitors never see except from this spot.
If you live in Yerevan, and are in this area, you can buy fresh fish, crawdads, marinated fish patties that you can take home to barbecue/fry immediately or freeze, and smoked fish.
There are some fast food places in town, and cafes, but most of the good places to eat are on the shores of the lake, a bit north.
And of course crayfish/crawdads. These are the main products of the region, and whether you eat the fish barbecued, fried or smoked, it will be delicious. The crawdads with a beer are excellent as well.
There are no special places to drink here aside from a few cafes, but wherever food is served, alcohol is available. Most places have a limited selection of vodkas, cognac, wine and beer.
Although there are some hotel options in the city, your best bet is to find accommodations at one of the lakeside hotels, camp, or stay in Yerevan. Nevertheless, camping opportunities are endless.
Dilijan — A popular forest resort known as the "Little Switzerland" of Armenia. Shorzha — A village on the eastern shores of Lake Sevan with some very nice views and relaxed, quiet atmosphere. Vardenis — A tucked away city in the southeast corner of the lake. There are a few small monasteries and chapels, mountains and valleys that only those making it this far will have a chance to see.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Sevan: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 220 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Armenian Dram
AMD · ֏
- Languages
- Armenian
- Calling code
- +374
- Meal, casual restaurantAMD 3,800≈ $9.90
- CappuccinoAMD 990≈ $2.60
- Beer (0.5 l)AMD 1,400≈ $3.70
- Bottled water (1.5 l)AMD 455≈ $1.20
- Taxi, 5 kmAMD 2,650≈ $6.90
- Public transport ticketAMD 505≈ $1.30
- Mid-range hotel, per nightAMD 34,200≈ $88.00
Estimated from Armenia’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 41% of US levels.
- Dec 31New Year's Eve
- Jan 1New Year's Day
- Jan 2New Year's Day
- Jan 5Christmas Day
- Jan 6Christmas Day
- Jan 28Army Day
6 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.8 (1988).
How to get to Sevan
Nearest airports
- EVNZvartnots International AirportYerevan65 km
- LWNShirak International AirportGyumri95 km
- IGDIğdır AirportIğdır111 km
- GNJGanja International AirportGanja117 km
- TBSTbilisi International AirportTbilisi125 km
- LHLLachin International AirportLachin141 km
Distances
- Yerevan56 km 58 min
- Malatia-Sebastia60 km 1 h 02
- Shengavit59 km 1 h 02
- Nor Nork51 km 53 min
- Kentron56 km 58 min
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Hotels in Sevan
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
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Climate in Sevan
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Sevan?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Sevan is July–August.
What is the weather like in Sevan in October?
In October, Sevan averages a high of 13°C (55°F) and a low of 3°C (37°F), with 36 mm of rain on about 9 days.
What is the rainiest month in Sevan?
May, with rain on about 17 days.
What is the nearest airport to Sevan?
Zvartnots International Airport (EVN), about 65 km away.
What power plugs are used in Armenia?
Plug types C, F, at 220 V.
What currency is used in Armenia?
Armenian Dram (AMD).
What is the emergency number in Armenia?
911.
Is Armenia safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: Advises against all travel to parts of the country.
When is Sevan most crowded?
The busiest months are July–September.
When is Sevan least crowded?
The quietest months are November–April.
What time zone is Sevan in?
Asia/Yerevan (UTC+4).
What is the population of Sevan?
About 19,652.