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Petelea, Romania
Mureș County · Romania
Petelea is a small town in Mureș County, Romania with a population of 2,735. Elevation: 1,168 ft (356 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Petelea
Petelea is a commune in Mureș County, Transylvania, Romania that is composed of two villages: Habic and Petelea.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 2,735 |
| Population Density | 105 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,168 ft (356 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.7289°, 24.7065° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Mureș County |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.6 inches (751 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 24.8 inches (63 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $20,412 |
About Petelea
Petelea is a small town in Romania (Mureș County) with a population of 2,735. The city sits at an elevation of 1,168 feet (356 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Petelea vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $20,412 |
| 73% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 82 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,168 ft (356 m) |
| Area | 26.0 sq mi (67.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 105/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.7289°N, 24.7065°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.5 in |
Petelea has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 28°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.0").
Radio Stations near Petelea
13 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| radio SOMEȘ | populară | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Marosvásárhelyi Rádió | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio România Târgu Mureș - Marosvásárhelyi Rádió Románia | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Son Radio -Târgu Mureș 105.6 FM | hits, local radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Vox FM Rádió | etnic, local | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Székely Rádió Gyergyói | etnic, local news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Gaga | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádió GaGa Marosszék | local news, pop rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Koko | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Son Radio -Sovata 89.2 FM | hits, local radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Son Radio -Reghin 87.8 FM | hits, local radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Transilvania statia Bistrița 94.1 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Someș Radio -Bistrițai 96.6 FM | local news, local radio | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Petelea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Nagy Imre" Art Gallery | ||||
| "Teodor Tanco" Literary and Memorial Museum | ||||
| Bólyai Museum | ||||
| Castelul Rakoczi - Bornemisza | ||||
| Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Ion Vlasiu Art Gallery | ||||
| Local Museum of Monor | ||||
| Mures County Museum | ||||
| Mureș County Museum - Natural Sciences Department | ||||
| Mures County Museum. Art Museum | ||||
| Mures County Museum. Ethnography and Folk Art Department | ||||
| Muzeul de Istorie și Arheologie | ||||
| Muzeul Evreiesc |
Libraries in Petelea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bookcity | 0.0 | |||||
| Bookcity | 0.0 | |||||
| Francisc Păcurariu | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Petelea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magazin mixt | |||||
| Piața Agroalimentară | |||||
| Piața Armatei | |||||
| Piața Comercială Târgu Mureș | |||||
| Piața Dacia | |||||
| Piața de vechituri | |||||
| Piața de vechituri | |||||
| Piața de zi "Cuza Vodă" | |||||
| Piața Diamant | |||||
| Piața Libertății | |||||
| Piața Mare | |||||
| Piața Unirii |
Stadiums & Teams in Petelea
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Petelea
7 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Varság | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bogdan | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Havas Bucsin | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Havas Bucsin | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bujdosó | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Pârtia de schi Toplița | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Pârtia de schi Cocoș Bistrița | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Petelea
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Târgu Mureş Transilvania International Airport | TGM | Medium Airport |
| Bistrița Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elie Carafoli Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Floreni Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ghindari Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mediaș (Flamingo) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mugeni Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Odorhei Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Remetea Airifeld | - | Small Airport |
| Ruck Ventilatoare private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Petelea
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica de lemn Petelea | |
| Biserica Greco-Catolică Petelea | |
| Biserica Luterană Petelea | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Petelea | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Petelea |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Petelea
What is the population of Petelea?
Petelea has a population of 2,735 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 105 people per square mile, spread across 26.0 square miles.
Is Petelea expensive to live in?
The median household income is $20,412, 73% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Petelea?
Petelea has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.6 inches, with 24.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Petelea?
There are 82 business establishments in the area.