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Ghelari, Romania

Hunedoara County · Romania

Ghelari is a small town in Hunedoara County, Romania with a population of 1,670. Elevation: 2,067 ft (630 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,670 Population 1,380/sq mi density
2,067 ft Elevation 630 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
28.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$48,816 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,816 median income

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About Ghelari

Ghelari

Ghelari is a commune in Hunedoara County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of four villages: Ghelari, Govăjdia (Govasdia), Plop, and Ruda.

People

Population1,670
Density1,380/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$48,816

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation2,067 ft (630 m)
Population1,670
Population Density1,380 / sq mi
Elevation2,067 ft (630 m)
Coordinates45.7167°, 22.7833°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceHunedoara County
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation28.2 inches (715 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.9 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$48,816

About Ghelari

Ghelari is a small town in Romania (Hunedoara County) with a population of 1,670. The city sits at an elevation of 2,067 feet (630 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Ghelari is $48,816, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 50 business establishments.

Income: Ghelari vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$48,816
35% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)50

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Ghelari experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 285 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,067 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below Romania avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,067 ft (630 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density1,380/sq mi
Coordinates45.7167°N, 22.7833°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.2"
26% below Romania avg
Snowfall 4.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

103 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 76 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 97 km
Jul 12, 1991 2 km S of Livezile, Romania M5.6 140 km
Dec 2, 1991 1 km SW of Ciacova, Romania M5.5 132 km
Jul 19, 1991 7 km ENE of Stari Lec, Serbia M5.1 142 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 72 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 78 km
Mar 24, 1996 3 km NW of Peciu Nou, Romania M4.8 137 km
May 24, 2002 2 km ESE of Pojejena, Romania M4.7 140 km
Aug 2, 1991 4 km ENE of Velika Greda, Serbia M4.7 142 km
Oct 13, 1994 6 km SSE of Giulv?z, Romania M4.7 141 km
Jun 6, 2023 6 km SW of Frumu?eni, Romania M4.7 114 km
Aug 14, 1991 2 km NE of Ghilad, Romania M4.7 129 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 93 km
Dec 19, 1992 3 km WNW of Giulv?z, Romania M4.6 144 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 14 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 75 km
Aug 2, 2002 4 km SW of Moldova Nou?, Romania M4.5 144 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 97 km
Aug 15, 1991 4 km ENE of Voiteg, Romania M4.5 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 1.6 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in

Ghelari has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 28°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Ghelari

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Ghelari

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
birthplace Gabor Bethlen
Casa Memorială Dr. Petru Groza
Deva Fortress
Expoziție Permanentă Pașii României prin Socialism și Democrație
History, Archeology and Ethnography Museum
Museum of Dacian and Roman Civilisation
Muzeul Casa Breslelor
Muzeul de tortură
Muzeul Satului Hategan
Muzeul Trenulețelor ”Valentin Banciu”
Printing Museum
Sarmizegetusa Archaeological Museum
Simeria Dendrological Park

Libraries in Ghelari

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alexandria0.0
Biblioteca Comunal Hărău0.0
Biblioteca Județeană0.0
Biblioteca Ovid Densușianu0.0
Librăria Comunală Ghelari0.0

Farmers Markets in Ghelari

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ariana
Eurovenus Târg Auto și Bazar
First hand
Hala Obor
Piața Cetății
Piața CIOCLOVINA ( fosta Micro 15 )
Piața Deva
Piața Obor
Piața Tordai Sándor András

Monuments in Ghelari

3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Apeductul de la Tulea
Baia Comunală
Furnalul de la Govăjdia

Stadiums & Teams in Ghelari

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Ski Resorts Near Ghelari

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Wolfsberg Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Straja Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Muntele Mic 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Parâng 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Ghelari

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caransebeş AirportCSBMedium Airport
Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield-Small Airport
Săulești Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Ghelari

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Oficiul Poștal Ghelari
Oficiul Poștal Govăjdia

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ghelari

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica
Biserica Cerișor
Biserica Ghelari
Biserica Ortodoxă Govăjdia (1939)
Biserica Reformată Ghelari (1897)
Biserica Romano-Catolică Ghelari (1907)
Biserica Romano-Catolică Govăjdia (1900)
Schitul Ghelari

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1468
Postal Code
337242

🇷🇴 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Ghelari

What is the population of Ghelari?

Ghelari has a population of 1,670 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 1,380 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.

Is Ghelari expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,816, 35% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Ghelari?

Ghelari has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ghelari?

There are 50 business establishments in the area.

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