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Rucăr, Romania
Arges · Romania
Rucăr is a small city in Arges, Romania with a population of 6,142. Elevation: 2,539 ft (774 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rucăr
Rucăr is a commune located in the north-eastern part of Argeș County, Romania, situated in the Carpathian Mountains. The commune is composed of two villages, Rucăr and Sătic, and its population as of 2021 was 5,259. Historically important for its role as a border region between Wallachia and its neighboring countries, it is today popular with tourists from Bran Castle.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 6,142 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,539 ft (774 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.4000°, 25.1667° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Arges |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.6 inches (701 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.9 inches (18 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,256 |
About Rucăr
Rucăr is a small city in Romania (Arges) with a population of 6,142. The city sits at an elevation of 2,539 feet (774 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Rucăr vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,256 |
| 81% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 184 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.6°F |
| 27% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,539 ft (774 m) |
| Area | 169.1 sq mi (438.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4000°N, 25.1667°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.4 in |
Rucăr has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 22°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (1.3").
Schools in Rucăr
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grupul Școlar Forestier | - | - | - | - |
| Școala nr 1 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rucăr
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stil România -Radio Stil Manele | manele | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Brașov | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Stil România -Radio Stil Dance | dance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Coresi | various | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Stil România -Radio Stil Popular | petrecere, populară | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Târgoviște Radio | dance, electro | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sinaia Radio Forever | dance, etno | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Campus Transilvania | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Muscel FM 94.1 | dance, dance pop | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Rucăr
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "George Topârceanu" Memorial House | ||||
| "Iordachescu George Adrian | ||||
| "Negru Vodă" Monastery Collection | ||||
| Câmpulung City Museum | ||||
| Campulung City Museum. Ethnographic and Folk Art Department "Lilly and Margareta Gică Ștefănescu" | ||||
| Casa Memorială Mihai Moşandrei | ||||
| Centrul de vizitare al Parcului Național Piatra Craiului | ||||
| Mateias Mausoleum | ||||
| Medieval Custom Museum | ||||
| Museum and Archaelogical Park of the Roman Camp of Jidava | ||||
| Muzeu în aer liber "Sufletul Branului" | ||||
| Muzeul Automobilului Românesc | ||||
| Muzeul Etnografic | ||||
| Muzeul Național Bran | ||||
| Namaesti History of Culture Exhibition | ||||
| Nicolae Fruntes Museum | ||||
| Pomiculturii și Viticulturii | ||||
| Vila Golescu | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum of the Bran Area |
Farmers Markets in Rucăr
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Centrală Câmpulung | |||||
| Piata en-gros Schei | |||||
| Piata Grui | |||||
| Târg | |||||
| Târg |
Restaurants in Rucăr
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rucăr
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rucăr
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Rucăr
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sinaia | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Azuga | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Poiana Brașov | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Rucăr
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport | GHV | Large Airport |
| Bănești Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Casa Teo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Florin Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Geamăna Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ghimbav Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Ilfoveni (Aerogetic) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Piatra Craiului (Zărnești) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Prejmer Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Prejmer Corona 3 Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Sânpetru-Brașov Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Topoloveni Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Rucăr
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centrul de sănătate Bran |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rucăr
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Ortodoxă | |
| Biserica Rucăr nr 1 | |
| Biserica Rucăr nr 2 | |
| Biserica Rucăr nr 3 | |
| Biserica Sfinții Împărații Constantin și Elena |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rucăr
What is the population of Rucăr?
Rucăr has a population of 6,142 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 169.1 square miles.
Is Rucăr 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 Rucăr?
Rucăr has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches, with 6.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Rucăr?
There are 184 business establishments in the area.