How cold can winters become in Armenia’s mountains?

In Armenia’s mountains, the average January temperature is approximately 10° F (−12° C). While these regions experience a moderately cold and continental climate, winter conditions can become particularly inclement on elevated, windswept plateaus.123

Furthermore, the country is subject to occasional invasions of Arctic air, which can cause temperatures to drop sharply; the record low temperature recorded in Armenia is −51° F (−46° C). In the higher elevations, the climate is characterized as cold and alpine, featuring prolonged winters and perennial snow cover on the highest crests.123