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Thinking of visiting Vanadzor in October? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 14°C (57°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, August typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Vanadzor typically drop from around 20°C (68°F) at the start of October to approximately 14°C (57°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 1°C (34°F) to 7°C (45°F).
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Vanadzor spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 31 years of weather observations (1994-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Vanadzor.
Find out more about the weather in Armenia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Armenia in October →
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).
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in October, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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