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Carei, Romania
Satu Mare County · Romania
Carei is a small city in Satu Mare County, Romania with a population of 20,775. Elevation: 456 ft (139 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Carei
Carei is a city in Satu Mare County, northwestern Romania, near the border with Hungary. The city administers one village, Ianculești.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 20,775 |
| Population Density | 376 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 456 ft (139 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.6833°, 22.4667° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Satu Mare County |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.5 inches (901 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 16.3 inches (41 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $15,336 |
About Carei
Carei is a small city in Romania (Satu Mare County) with a population of 20,775. The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet (139 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Carei vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $15,336 |
| 80% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 623 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Carei
Carei has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 658 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.6°F |
| 1% above Romania avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 456 ft (139 m) |
| Area | 55.3 sq mi (143.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 376/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.6833°N, 22.4667°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
Carei has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 32°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.4").
Colleges & Universities in Carei
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grupul Școlar Simion Bărnuțiu | College | - | , |
| Liceul Iuliu Maniu | College | - | , |
| Liceul teologic Josephus Calasantius | College | - | , |
| Liceul Teoretic Carei | College | - | Visit → |
| Sala de sport Liceul teoretic Carei | College | - | , |
| Școala Generală Gheorghe Bulgar Sanislau | College | - | , |
Schools in Carei
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Vasile Lucaciu | - | - | - | - |
| Liceul Teoretic Carei | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Carei
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transilvania -statia Carei 95.2 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| City Rádió | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Satu Mare 99.0 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Carei
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ady Endre Memorial Museum | ||||
| Berey József Helytörténeti Gyűjtemény | ||||
| Carei City Museum | ||||
| Fűvészkert és vadállatgyűjtemény | ||||
| Gőzüzemű szivattyútelep | ||||
| Helytörténeti Múzeum | ||||
| House-Museum | ||||
| Museum of Motz People | ||||
| Swabian Museum | ||||
| Town Museum | ||||
| Vízügyi Technikatörténeti Gyűjtemény |
Libraries in Carei
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca comună | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunală | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunală Pir | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Orasaneasca Tasnad | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Scolii | 0.0 | |||||
| Karul Libris | 0.0 | |||||
| Könyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| Nagyközségi Könyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| O'sváth Gyűjtemény | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Carei
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBA | |||||
| Piata de fructe | |||||
| Piata sezoniera | |||||
| The Bridge | |||||
| Városi Piac |
Hotels in Carei
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Carei
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Carei
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Carei
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Carei
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Carei
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Carei
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Carei
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Carei
9 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Carei
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Carei
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Carei
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Carei
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Oradea International Airport | OMR | Large Airport |
| Satu Mare International Airport | SUJ | Medium Airport |
| Balkány Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crasna Deltafly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ineu King's Land Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kosino Spa Resort Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kráľovský Chlmec Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laci Oros Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mihăieni Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Streda nad Bodrogom Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Carei
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fancourier | |
| Oficiul Poștal Carei | |
| Urgent Cargus Carei |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Carei
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Baptistă Emanuel | |
| Biserica Greco-Catolică | |
| Biserica Reformată Maghiară | |
| Biserica Sf. Iosif | |
| Biserica Sfântul Duh | |
| Biserica Sfinții Arhangheli | |
| Capela | |
| Catedrala Ortodoxă | |
| Nagykároly-kertvárosi Református Egyházközség | |
| Sinagoga din Carei |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Carei
What is the population of Carei?
Carei has a population of 20,775 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 376 people per square mile, spread across 55.3 square miles.
Is Carei expensive to live in?
The median household income is $15,336, 80% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Carei?
Carei has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches, with 16.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Carei?
There are 623 business establishments in the area.