Baru, Romania
Hunedoara County · Romania
Baru is a small town in Hunedoara County, Romania with a population of 987. Elevation: 1,555 ft (474 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Baru
Baru, sometimes referred to as the cleaver-headed crocodile, is an extinct genus of Australian mekosuchine crocodilian. Its fossils have been found from various Late Oligocene and Miocene localities from across the Northern Territory and Queensland, indicating that Baru was a common genus during the late Paleogene and early Neogene. Three species are recognized, B. darrowi, B. iylwenpeny, and B. wickeni.
People
Climate
| Population | 987 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft (474 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.4722°, 23.1627° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Hunedoara County |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.1 inches (814 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.3 inches (23 cm) |
About Baru
Baru is a small town in Romania (Hunedoara County) with a population of 987. The city sits at an elevation of 1,555 feet (474 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.8°F |
| 21% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,555 ft (474 m) |
| Area | 153.4 sq mi (397.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4722°N, 23.1627°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.1 in |
Baru has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 25°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (1.7").
Radio Stations near Baru
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Energy Cugir | 00s, 2000s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Transilvania - Cluj | adult contemporary, electronic | MP3 160 kbps | |
| 95.7 BIG FM (US) | oldies | AAC | |
| Târgu Jiu Radio - RTJ 97.8 FM | local, local news | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Radio Crasna | latino, manele | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Baru
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa memorială Ion D. Sîrbu | ||||
| Colecția de Etnografie și Istorie Locală | ||||
| Lainici Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Mining Museum | ||||
| Muzeu Etnografic | ||||
| Muzeul Instalatorului Român | ||||
| Muzeul Mamei | ||||
| Muzeul Mineritului | ||||
| Stână Muzeu | ||||
| The "Momarlani" Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| The "Momarlani" Ethnographic Museum |
Libraries in Baru
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunală Pui | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Baru
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agroalimentare Piața Vulcan | |||||
| Piața | |||||
| Piața Lupeni | |||||
| Piața Petrila |
Stadiums & Teams in Baru
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Baru
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straja Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Muntele Mic | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Parâng | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Vidra | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Baru
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Salonti Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Săulești Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Baru
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica „Sfântul Prooroc Ilie Tesviteanul” | |
| Biserica Creștină Baptistă "Sfânta Treime" | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Baru | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Română Baru |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Baru
What is the population of Baru?
Baru has a population of 987 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 153.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Baru?
Baru has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches, with 9.3 inches of snow.
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