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Porumbacu de Sus, Romania

Sibiu County · Romania

Porumbacu de Sus is a small town in Sibiu County, Romania with a population of 915. Elevation: 1,499 ft (457 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
915 Population 8/sq mi density
1,499 ft Elevation 457 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Porumbacu de Sus

Porumbacu de Sus

Porumbacu de Jos is a commune in Sibiu County, Transylvania, central Romania, first documented in 1473. It is composed of five villages: Colun, Porumbacu de Jos, Porumbacu de Sus, Sărata, and Scoreiu.

People

Population915
Density8/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,499 ft (457 m)
Population915
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation1,499 ft (457 m)
Coordinates45.7146°, 24.4727°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceSibiu County
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,282 mm)
Annual Snowfall164.5 inches (418 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Porumbacu de Sus

Porumbacu de Sus is a small town in Romania (Sibiu County) with a population of 915. The city sits at an elevation of 1,499 feet (457 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Porumbacu de Sus is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 27 business establishments.

Income: Porumbacu de Sus vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$18,468
75% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Porumbacu de Sus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 164.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,499 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below Romania avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,499 ft (457 m)
Area115.1 sq mi (298.0 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates45.7146°N, 24.4727°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above Romania avg
Snowfall 164.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.70"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

103 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.1 on May 16, 2025.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 121 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 136 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 141 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 142 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 120 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 126 km
Oct 6, 1990 2 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.8 139 km
Aug 2, 2017 8 km NNW of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 150 km
Apr 25, 2018 15 km SSE of Comand?u, Romania M4.7 145 km
Jan 23, 2014 3 km W of Nehoiu, Romania M4.7 143 km
Feb 8, 2017 3 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M4.7 141 km
Dec 30, 1997 11 km NNW of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 148 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 90 km
Nov 14, 1999 5 km NNW of Ca?oca, Romania M4.6 139 km
Mar 4, 2001 5 km NNW of Ca?oca, Romania M4.6 139 km
Sep 3, 2019 4 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.6 138 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 125 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 130 km
Sep 30, 2010 5 km NNW of Ca?oca, Romania M4.5 140 km
Oct 5, 2003 12 km SSE of Comand?u, Romania M4.5 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
August 65°F (18°C) 2.7 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in

Porumbacu de Sus has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 27°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Porumbacu de Sus

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Baraka radio chillout+lounge MP3 192 kbps
PlayRadio Urban AAC 192 kbps
Eveniment FM Sibiu 103.2 dance, house MP3 128 kbps
Vocea Credinței crestin, religios MP3 128 kbps
gofm.ro chansons françaises, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
goFM top hits MP3 128 kbps
Sibiu Radio -Sibiu 91.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Mediaș 97.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Porumbacu de Sus

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Badea Cartan" Memorial Collection
"Dr. Gheorghe Telea-Bologa" Memorial Cultural Centre
Avrig Museum
Boita Village Collection
Interethnic Museum of Hârtibaciu Valley
Muzeul Cârța
Muzeul Memorial General David Paprogescu
Muzeul Turnu Roșu
Palatul Brukenthal Avrig
Palatul Brukenthal Avrig
Turnu Rosu Village Exhibition

Farmers Markets in Porumbacu de Sus

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piață
Piața Agro-Alimentară Tălmaciu
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Sticla

Hotels in Porumbacu de Sus

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vila Porumbacu

Restaurants in Porumbacu de Sus

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amfiteatro Steak & Wild Steak
Restaurant Brambura Park
Salon de evenimente Brandusa

Theme Parks in Porumbacu de Sus

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Povestea Calendarului

Ski Resorts Near Porumbacu de Sus

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș 0.0 $0
Arena Platoș 0.0 $0

Airports Near Porumbacu de Sus

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sibiu International AirportSBZLarge Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Mediaș (Flamingo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Ruck Ventilatoare private airstripSmall Airport
Salonti AirstripSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1466
Postal Code
557192

🇷🇴 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 Porumbacu de Sus

What is the population of Porumbacu de Sus?

Porumbacu de Sus has a population of 915 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 115.1 square miles.

Is Porumbacu de Sus expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,468, 75% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Porumbacu de Sus?

Porumbacu de Sus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches, with 164.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Porumbacu de Sus?

There are 27 business establishments in the area.

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