Visit the Garni Temple
The temple is unique in the former Soviet Union and built on a breathtaking location along the Azat river and the Gegham mountains.
December in Byurakan brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 3°C (37°F) and nights around -6°C (21°F). Expect around 40 mm (1.6 in) of snow/rainfall during the month.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Byurakan.
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47-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Byurakan typically drop from around 6°C (43°F) at the start of December to approximately 2°C (36°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -7°C (19°F) to -2°C (28°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Byurakan spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 28 years of weather records for Byurakan, the following extremes were recorded between 1997 and 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Armenia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Armenia in December →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Visit the Garni Temple
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