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Ighiu, Romania
Alba County · Romania
Ighiu is a small city in Alba County, Romania with a population of 6,294. Elevation: 925 ft (282 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ighiu
Ighiu is a commune located in Alba County, Transylvania, Romania. The commune is composed of five villages: Bucerdea Vinoasă (Borosbocsárd), Ighiel (Igenpataka), Ighiu, Șard (Sárd), and Țelna (Celna).
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 6,294 |
| Population Density | 87 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 925 ft (282 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.1500°, 23.5167° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Alba County |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.6 inches (726 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 16.0 inches (41 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,256 |
About Ighiu
Ighiu is a small city in Romania (Alba County) with a population of 6,294. The city sits at an elevation of 925 feet (282 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Ighiu vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,256 |
| 81% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 189 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 925 ft (282 m) |
| Area | 72.1 sq mi (186.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 87/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.1500°N, 23.5167°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 38°F (4°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
Ighiu has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 30°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.0").
Schools in Ighiu
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Gimnazială Ighiu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ighiu
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Energy Cugir | 00s, 2000s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Transilvania - Cluj | adult contemporary, electronic | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Blaj Radio | catolic, religios | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Domeldo Movie | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| DejaVuMusic | dance, hits | MP3 | |
| Radio Reîntregirea | religious | MP3 | |
| RadioReintregirea Alba Iulia | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Turda 107.7 FM | local, mix | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Turda | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Turda 89.9 FM | local, local news | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Transylvania -Hits | dance, hits | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Ighiu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Aurel Vlaicu" Memorial Museum | ||||
| "Lucian Blaga" Memorial House | ||||
| "Valer Butură" Ethnographic Exhibition | ||||
| Alba Iulia Orthodox Bishopric Museum Collection | ||||
| Atelierul de Creație al Pictorului Sava Albescu | ||||
| Batthyaneum Library Museum Collection | ||||
| Casa Memorială Aurel Vlaicu | ||||
| Conacul Wesselenyi | ||||
| Domeniile Martinuzzi | ||||
| Domeniile Martinuzzi | ||||
| Ethnographic and Religious Museum | ||||
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| Expoziție Etnografică | ||||
| History Museum | ||||
| Ioan Raica City Museum | ||||
| Moara de Apa | ||||
| Museikon | ||||
| Muzeul Etnografic Cetea | ||||
| Muzeul Etnografic Cetea | ||||
| National Museum of the Union | ||||
| Natural Sciences Museum | ||||
| Public Collection of the University "1 Decembrie 1918” | ||||
| Râmeț Monastery Museum Collection |
Libraries in Ighiu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batthyaneum Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunei Daia Română | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Județeană "Lucian Blaga" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Națională a României Filiala Batthyaneum | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Universității 1 Decembrie 1918 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ighiu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Aiud | |||||
| Piața Baia de Arieș | |||||
| Piața Mircea Eliade | |||||
| Piața Sebeș |
Gas Stations in Ighiu
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ighiu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Ighiu
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Arena Platoș | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Buscat Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Pârtiile Mărișel | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ighiu
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport | CLJ | Large Airport |
| Sibiu International Airport | SBZ | Large Airport |
| Câmpia Turzii Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Dezmir Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Luncani Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Măgura Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sălicea Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Salonti Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Săulești Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sibiu Hermann Oberth Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ighiu
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Ortodoxă Română Ighiu | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Română Sfânta Paraschiva Ighiu | |
| Biserica Reformată Ighiu | |
| Biserica Romano-Catolică Sfinții Apostoli Petru și Pavel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ighiu
What is the population of Ighiu?
Ighiu has a population of 6,294 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 87 people per square mile, spread across 72.1 square miles.
Is Ighiu expensive to live in?
The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Ighiu?
Ighiu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches, with 16.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Ighiu?
There are 189 business establishments in the area.