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Modelu, Romania
Călărași County · Romania
Modelu is a small city in Călărași County, Romania with a population of 9,672. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Modelu
Modelu is a commune in Călărași County, Muntenia, Romania. It is composed of four villages: Modelu, Radu Negru, Stoenești, and Tonea.
People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 9,672 |
| Population Density | 209 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.1957°, 27.3872° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Călărași County |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.9 inches (480 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.3 inches (8 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $48,816 |
About Modelu
Modelu is a small city in Romania (Călărași County) with a population of 9,672. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Modelu vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,816 |
| 35% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 290 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 46.3 sq mi (120.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 209/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.1957°N, 27.3872°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1901 | BLACK SEA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 4 | 126 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 1.3 in |
Modelu has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 31°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.4") and January the driest (1.0").
Schools in Modelu
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegiul Tehnic Ștefan Bănulescu Călărași | - | - | - | - |
| Școala nr. 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Școala nr. 6 Pompei Samaritean | - | - | - | - |
| Școala Gimnazială nr. 1 Modelu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Modelu
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supersonic Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Stres Radio | manele, manele noi | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Voces Campi -Călărași | hits, manele | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Smile FM Romania -Călărași-Oltenița | manele | MP3 | |
| Radio Oldies | oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Stil FM Radio - Oltenița 88.2 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Stil FM Radio - Călărași 105.5 FM | local news, local radio | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Super Manele | manele | MP3 | |
| Super Popular | petrecere, populară | MP3 |
Museums in Modelu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dervent Orthodox Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Lower Danube Museum | ||||
| Lower Danube Museum. Ethnography and Folk Art Department | ||||
| Museum of History | ||||
| Muzeul Dunării de Jos. Secția de Arheologie și Tezaur | ||||
| Primăria | ||||
| Silistra Regional Museum of History |
Libraries in Modelu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Centrală | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunală | 0.0 | |||||
| Conte | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Modelu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bazar | |||||
| Piața Agroalimentara | |||||
| Piața Orizont | |||||
| Piata Veche |
Gas Stations in Modelu
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Modelu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Modelu
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Feteşti Borcea Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Alexeni Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bedzhene Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Belitsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| BM Paramotoring and Paragliding Field | - | Small Airport |
| Branichevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Doyrantsi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Golyama Smolnitsa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kalugerene Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kaynardzha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Krushari Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leskovo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Luica Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mânăstirea Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nikola Kozlevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Orlyak Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sokolovo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Staro Selishte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tervel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Zavet Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Modelu
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficiul Poștal Modelu |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Modelu
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica „Adormirea Maicii Domnului" | |
| Biserica „Sfântul Nicolae" | |
| Biserica „Sfântul Nicolae" | |
| Biserica „Sfântul Nicolae" - Măgureni | |
| Biserica „Sfinții Împărați Constantin și Elena" |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Modelu
What is the population of Modelu?
Modelu has a population of 9,672 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 209 people per square mile, spread across 46.3 square miles.
Is Modelu 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 Modelu?
Modelu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.9 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Modelu?
There are 290 business establishments in the area.