Geghard weather in August
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers. Average highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C, with around 9 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Geghard. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
25°C
Average low
15°C
Rainy days
9 days
Best months to visit
July, August, September
What to do in Geghard in August
Whatever the weather, Geghard rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Exploring the rock-cut chambers and churches carved into mountain stone
Listening to Armenian chants inside the main church for its famous acoustics
Visiting the khachkar stone crosses and understanding Armenian symbolism
Hiking the Azat River gorge adjacent to the monastery walls
Combining visits with nearby Garni Temple (10 kilometres) on same day trip
Photography of monastery entrances and carved stone details
What to pack for August
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
-2C
Cold, with occasional showers.
February
0C
Cold, with occasional showers.
March
4C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
April
9C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
May
15C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
June
21C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
July
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
August (you are here)
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
September
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
October
13C
Cool, with occasional showers.
November
6C
Cold, with occasional showers.
December
1C
Cold, with occasional showers.
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