Babadag, Romania

Tulcea County · Romania

Babadag is a small city in Tulcea County, Romania with a population of 9,213. Elevation: 200 ft (61 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

9,213 Population 153/sq mi density
200 ft Elevation 61 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
16.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone

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About Babadag

Babadag

Babadag, formerly known as Babatag, is a town in Tulcea County, Romania, located on a small lake formed by the river Taița, in the densely wooded highlands of Northern Dobruja. One of the several tombs of Sari Saltik is found in town.

People

Population9,213
Density153/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain16.8 in/yr
Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Population9,213
Population Density153 / sq mi
Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates44.9000°, 28.7167°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceTulcea County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation16.8 inches (426 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)

About Babadag

Babadag is a small city in Romania (Tulcea County) with a population of 9,213. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet (61 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

Climate in Babadag

Babadag has an average annual temperature of 13.5°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.1°C), the coldest is Jan (1.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 423 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 1.3°C / 34°F -9.2° / 13.1° 30.4
Feb 3.6°C / 38°F -7.3° / 16° 16.9
Mar 6.5°C / 44°F -3.3° / 20.4° 18.3
Apr 11.6°C / 53°F 1.7° / 23.9° 42.5
May 17.3°C / 63°F 6.5° / 29.2° 32.5
Jun 23.4°C / 74°F 13.5° / 34.3° 59.6
Jul 26.1°C / 79°F 15.7° / 36.9° 35.1
Aug 25.9°C / 79°F 16.6° / 36° 28.0
Sep 20.4°C / 69°F 9.5° / 32.2° 37.6
Oct 14.2°C / 58°F 3.2° / 27.3° 31.2
Nov 8.2°C / 47°F -2° / 20.8° 46.0
Dec 3.7°C / 39°F -4.6° / 15.3° 44.6
Babadag experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below Romania avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Geography

Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Area60.1 sq mi (155.6 km²)
Population Density153/sq mi
Coordinates44.9000°N, 28.7167°E
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.8"
56% below Romania avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.09"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Oct 8, 2024.

Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 148 km
Dec 6, 2009 1 km ENE of Podgoria, Romania M4.5 144 km
Mar 18, 2005 2 km SSE of Slobozia Conachi, Romania M4.4 103 km
Oct 8, 2024 1 km N of Voetin, Romania M4.4 138 km
Aug 16, 2017 1 km ENE of Ci?mele, Romania M4.3 92 km
Jan 12, 2015 1 km SSW of Borde?ti, Romania M4.2 149 km
Sep 29, 1993 3 km SSW of Mihai Viteazu, Romania M4.1 146 km
Sep 29, 2013 2 km ESE of Schela, Romania M4.1 95 km
Sep 30, 2013 2 km SW of Schela, Romania M4.1 97 km
Feb 5, 2024 4 km SSW of Căzăneşti, Romania M4.0 140 km
Jun 11, 1996 1 km WNW of Vân?tori, Romania M4.0 149 km
Jan 18, 2005 1 km W of Malcoci, Romania M3.8 29 km
Aug 20, 1995 1 km W of Carcaliu, Romania M3.7 56 km
Jan 4, 2006 3 km NW of Maliuc, Romania M3.7 43 km
Feb 6, 2006 4 km S of Gârliciu, Romania M3.6 54 km
Apr 18, 2005 4 km NNE of Nuf?ru, Romania M3.5 36 km
Apr 30, 2005 1 km SSE of Sihlea, Romania M3.3 141 km
Apr 23, 2005 3 km N of Greci, Romania M3.3 52 km
Jan 7, 2007 4 km NE of Corni, Romania M3.2 130 km
Mar 5, 1994 1 km SW of Agighiol, Romania M3.1 18 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-0°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in
March 40°F (5°C) 1.2 in
April 51°F (10°C) 1.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 1.5 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in
November 42°F (5°C) 1.5 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in

Babadag has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 31°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and January the driest (0.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Babadag

Institution Type Founded Website
Archeological student base University - Visit →

Schools in Babadag

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala gimnazială Mircea cel Bătrân - - - -
Școala generală Nr. 3 Constantin Brâncoveanu - - - -
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Radio Stations near Babadag

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Space Fm Dance dance, dj MP3 128 kbps
Radio Terra dance pop, oldies MP3 320 kbps
Play Urban explicit, hip hop AAC 192 kbps

Museums in Babadag

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Celic-Dere Orthodox Monastery Museum Collection
Enisala Homestead Museum
Museum
Museum of the "Dor" Aromanian Folk Ensemble
Oriental Art Museum

Libraries in Babadag

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca „Naum Pocorschi”Jurilovca0.0

Farmers Markets in Babadag

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grădiniță

Hotels in Babadag

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Ane

Restaurants in Babadag

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Ane
Popas Doi Iepurași

Train Stations in Babadag

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Babadag

Gas Stations in Babadag

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RO #231054820

Banks in Babadag

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CEC Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Babadag

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Babadag

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mihail Kogălniceanu International AirportCNDLarge Airport
Tulcea Danube Delta AirportTCEMedium Airport
Zhovtneve Air Base-Medium Airport
Dunavățu de Jos Aerodrome-Small Airport
Plopul Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Babadag

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica „Adormirea Maicii Domnului”
Biserica „Sfântul Dumitru"
Geamia Ali-Gazi Pașa

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
67 m (220 ft)
Area
121.0 km² (46.7 mi²)
Founded
1263
Mayor
Georgian Caraman
Website
babadag.ro

🇷🇴 About Romania

Capital Bucharest
Population 19,473,936
Area 237,500 km²
GDP (USD) $347,757,995,759
GDP per capita $18,244
HDI 0.827
Life expectancy 76.6 years
Internet users 89.2%
Urban population 52.2%
Currency RON (Leu)
Languages Romanian
Calling code +40
TLD .ro
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Romania

17 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Anul Nou
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Anul Nou
Jan 6 Epiphany Bobotează
Jan 7 Saint John the Baptist Sfântul Ion
Jan 24 Union Day/Small Union Unirea Principatelor Române/Mica Unire
Apr 10 Good Friday Vinerea mare
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Paștele
Apr 13 Easter Monday Paștele
May 1 Labour Day Ziua Muncii
May 31 Pentecost Rusaliile
Jun 1 Children's Day Ziua Copilului
Jun 1 Whit Monday Rusaliile
Aug 15 Dormition of the Theotokos Adormirea Maicii Domnului/Sfânta Maria Mare
Nov 30 St. Andrew's Day Sfântul Andrei
Dec 1 National Day/Great Union Ziua Națională/Marea Unire
Dec 25 Christmas Day Crăciunul
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Crăciunul

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What is the population of Babadag?

Babadag has a population of 9,213 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 153 people per square mile, spread across 60.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Babadag?

Babadag has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 16.8 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.

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