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Potău, Romania

Satu Mare County · Romania

Potău is a small town in Satu Mare County, Romania with a population of 1,098. Elevation: 427 ft (130 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,098 Population 21/sq mi density
427 ft Elevation 130 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
41.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$15,336 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$15,336 median income

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About Potău

Potău

Medieșu Aurit is a commune of 6,224 residents in Satu Mare County, Romania. It is composed of seven villages: Băbășești (Szamosberence), Iojib (Józsefháza), Medieșu Aurit, Medieș-Râturi (Meggyesforduló), Medieș-Vii (Meggyeshegy), Potău (Patóháza), Românești (Szatmárgörbed).

People

Population1,098
Density21/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$15,336

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Population1,098
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Coordinates47.7567°, 23.1209°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceSatu Mare County
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation41.4 inches (1,051 mm)
Annual Snowfall21.0 inches (53 cm)
Median Household Income$15,336

About Potău

Potău is a small town in Romania (Satu Mare County) with a population of 1,098. The city sits at an elevation of 427 feet (130 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Potău is $15,336, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 33 business establishments.

Income: Potău vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$15,336
80% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)33

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Potău experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. The area receives 21.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 427 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below Romania avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Area52.3 sq mi (135.4 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates47.7567°N, 23.1209°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.4"
9% above Romania avg
Snowfall 21.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 3, 2023.

Oct 2, 2011 10 km NE of Synevyrska Poliana, Ukraine M4.7 112 km
Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 64 km
May 20, 2003 12 km S of Snina, Slovakia M4.3 144 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 44 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 55 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 116 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 80 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
February 33°F (0°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 42°F (5°C) 1.8 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
November 40°F (5°C) 2.5 in
December 32°F (0°C) 2.8 in Coldest

Potău has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 32°F in December to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.8").

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Radio Stations near Potău

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Радіо Пульс (UA) 96 kbit/s, https MP3 96 kbps
City Rádió - MP3 128 kbps
Vis de Taină acoustic, ambient MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Satu Mare 99.0 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Transilvania -statia Baia Mare 106.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Potău

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Aloisie Tautu" Memorial House
"Aurel Popp" Memorial Studio
"Dr. Vasile Lucaciu" Memorial House
"Iuliu Meszlenyi" Church Art Collection
"Jacob Macut" Homestead
"Paul Erdös" Memorial Studio
Codru Land Homestead Museum
Codru Land Museum
Local Museum
Local Museum
Măriuș Open-Air Museum
Mediesu Aurit-suculeu Archaeological Reservation
Museum of Paulesti
Muzeul de Artă
Muzeul Județean Satu Mare
Village Museum

Libraries in Potău

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunală0.0
Biblioteca Judeţeană Satu Mare0.0
Compas0.0

Farmers Markets in Potău

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fier Vechi
Piață agro-alimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Mică
Piata de vechituri
Piața Micro 17

Stadiums & Teams in Potău

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Ski Resorts Near Potău

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Șuior 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Potău

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Maramureș International AirportBAYMedium Airport
Satu Mare International AirportSUJMedium Airport
Aerodrom Baia Mare-Small Airport
Copalnic-Manastur Airfield-Small Airport
Crasna Deltafly Airfield-Small Airport
Kosino Spa Resort Airfield-Small Airport
Laci Oros Airfield-Small Airport
Mihăieni Airfield-Small Airport
Mujdeni Airfield-Small Airport
Săcălășeni Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Potău

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica ortodoxă Potău
Biserica Reformată Potău

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1215
Postal Code
447191

🇷🇴 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 Potău

What is the population of Potău?

Potău has a population of 1,098 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 52.3 square miles.

Is Potău expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,336, 80% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Potău?

Potău has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches, with 21.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Potău?

There are 33 business establishments in the area.

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