Sarmizegetusa, Romania
Hunedoara County · Romania
Sarmizegetusa is a small town in Hunedoara County, Romania with a population of 764. Elevation: 1,604 ft (489 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Sarmizegetusa
Sarmizegetusa is a commune in Țara Hațegului depression, Hunedoara County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Breazova (Brázova), Hobița-Grădiște (Hobicavárhely), Păucinești (Paucsinesd), Sarmizegetusa, and Zeicani (Zajkány).
People
Climate
| Population | 764 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,604 ft (489 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.5167°, 22.7833° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Hunedoara County |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.7 inches (729 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.0 inches (13 cm) |
About Sarmizegetusa
Sarmizegetusa is a small town in Romania (Hunedoara County) with a population of 764. The city sits at an elevation of 1,604 feet (489 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.0°F |
| 13% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,604 ft (489 m) |
| Area | 32.9 sq mi (85.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5167°N, 22.7833°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in |
Sarmizegetusa has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 28°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Sarmizegetusa
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Generală I-VIII Sarmizegetusa | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sarmizegetusa
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95.7 BIG FM (US) | oldies | AAC | |
| Târgu Jiu Radio - RTJ 97.8 FM | local, local news | MP3 32 kbps |
Museums in Sarmizegetusa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expoziție Permanentă Pașii României prin Socialism și Democrație | ||||
| History, Archeology and Ethnography Museum | ||||
| Muzeul Casa Breslelor | ||||
| Muzeul de tortură | ||||
| Muzeul Satului Hategan | ||||
| Muzeul Trenulețelor ”Valentin Banciu” | ||||
| Sarmizegetusa Archaeological Museum |
Libraries in Sarmizegetusa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Librăria Comunală Ghelari | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sarmizegetusa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hala Obor | |||||
| Piața Obor |
Restaurants in Sarmizegetusa
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sarmizegetusa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bere Scorilo |
Stadiums & Teams in Sarmizegetusa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sarmizegetusa
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolfsberg Ski | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Straja Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Muntele Mic | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Parâng | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Sarmizegetusa
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caransebeş Airport | CSB | Medium Airport |
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Săulești Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sarmizegetusa
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Breazova | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă din Sarmizegetusa (1927) |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
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What is the population of Sarmizegetusa?
Sarmizegetusa has a population of 764 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 32.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sarmizegetusa?
Sarmizegetusa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches, with 5.0 inches of snow.
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