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Săcel, Romania

Maramureş · Romania

Săcel is a small town in Maramureş, Romania with a population of 3,723. Elevation: 1,775 ft (541 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,723 Population 17/sq mi density
1,775 ft Elevation 541 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
35.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Săcel

Săcel

Săcel is a commune in Maramureș County, Maramureș, Romania. Composed of a single village, Săcel, it is the last locality up the Iza River Valley. From here one can get to the Vișeu Valley through Dealul Moiseiului Pass and to Transylvania through Dealul Ștefăniței Pass, which separates the Țibleș and Rodna mountains.

People

Population3,723
Density17/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,775 ft (541 m)
Population3,723
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation1,775 ft (541 m)
Coordinates47.6333°, 24.4333°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMaramureş
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation35.6 inches (903 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.6 inches (27 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Săcel

Săcel is a small town in Romania (Maramureş) with a population of 3,723. The city sits at an elevation of 1,775 feet (541 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Săcel is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 112 business establishments.

Income: Săcel vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)112

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Săcel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,775 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below Romania avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,775 ft (541 m)
Area221.0 sq mi (572.4 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates47.6333°N, 24.4333°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.6"
6% below Romania avg
Snowfall 10.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.04"
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 M4.7 124 km
Jun 24, 2011 3 km SE of Ostra, Romania M4.4 107 km
Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 124 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 121 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 77 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 58 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 149 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 1.9 in
April 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 5.0 in Wettest
July 60°F (15°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.3 in
November 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.5 in

Săcel has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 24°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Săcel

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școală - - - -
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Radio Stations near Săcel

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
radio SOMEȘ populară AAC+ 64 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
Transilvania -statia Beclean 91.5 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Săcel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de Cultura
Documentary and Exhibition Centre of Romanian Nobility of Maramures
Dunca Patu House-Museum
Ethnographic Museum of Pleș Family
Martyrs' House of Moisei
Museum of Ethnography and History
Museum of Romanian Countrywoman
Muzeu locomotive

Hotels in Săcel

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hanul Țentea
Pensiunea Kristal
Pensiunea Lacramioara

Restaurants in Săcel

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pensiunea Bradul

Train Stations in Săcel

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Săcel

Gas Stations in Săcel

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RO #12101904645

Ski Resorts Near Săcel

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pârtia de schi Cocoș Bistrița 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pârtiile Roata 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Șuior 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Drahobrat 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Săcel

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bistrița Airfield-Small Airport
Copalnic-Manastur Airfield-Small Airport
Rona de Sus Airfield-Small Airport
Smodna Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Săcel

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Săcel

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1453
Postal Code
437290

🇷🇴 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 Săcel

What is the population of Săcel?

Săcel has a population of 3,723 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 221.0 square miles.

Is Săcel 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 Săcel?

Săcel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Săcel?

There are 112 business establishments in the area.

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