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Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania

Tulcea County · Romania

Sfântu Gheorghe is a small town in Tulcea County, Romania with a population of 979. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
979 Population 6/sq mi density
7 ft Elevation 2 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
13.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$15,660 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$15,660 median income

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About Sfântu Gheorghe

Sfântu Gheorghe

Sfântu Gheorghe is a city that serves as the seat of Covasna County in Transylvania, Romania. Located in the central part of the country, it lies on the Olt River in a valley between the Baraolt Mountains and the Bodoc Mountains. The town administers two villages, Chilieni and Coșeni.

People

Population979
Density6/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$15,660

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Population979
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates44.8960°, 29.5929°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceTulcea County
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation13.7 inches (349 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.8 inches (4 cm)
Median Household Income$15,660

About Sfântu Gheorghe

Sfântu Gheorghe is a small town in Romania (Tulcea County) with a population of 979. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Sfântu Gheorghe is $15,660, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 29 business establishments.

Income: Sfântu Gheorghe vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$15,660
79% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)29

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Sfântu Gheorghe

Sfântu Gheorghe has an average annual temperature of 12.4°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.7°C), the coldest is Jan (1.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 242 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 1.2°C / 34°F -1.3° / 3.6° 16.1
Feb 1.9°C / 35°F -0.3° / 4.1° 11.9
Mar 5.4°C / 42°F 3.2° / 7.7° 17.6
Apr 10.6°C / 51°F 8.5° / 12.7° 13.7
May 16.7°C / 62°F 14.4° / 19° 20.8
Jun 21.3°C / 70°F 18.7° / 23.9° 27.8
Jul 23.7°C / 75°F 20.8° / 26.6° 20.1
Aug 23.6°C / 74°F 20.8° / 26.4° 23.1
Sep 19°C / 66°F 16.4° / 21.5° 21.7
Oct 13.8°C / 57°F 11.4° / 16.1° 24.5
Nov 8.2°C / 47°F 6° / 10.5° 22.8
Dec 3.2°C / 38°F 0.8° / 5.5° 21.8
Sfântu Gheorghe experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 311 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 13.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below Romania avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area163.2 sq mi (422.7 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates44.8960°N, 29.5929°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.7"
64% below Romania avg
Snowfall 1.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.69"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 16, 2017.

May 7, 2008 81 km SE of Mykolayivka, Ukraine M4.9 116 km
Aug 16, 2017 1 km ENE of Ci?mele, Romania M4.3 146 km
Jan 18, 2005 1 km W of Malcoci, Romania M3.8 63 km
Jul 4, 2008 96 km SE of Mykolayivka, Ukraine M3.8 130 km
Aug 20, 1995 1 km W of Carcaliu, Romania M3.7 119 km
Jan 4, 2006 3 km NW of Maliuc, Romania M3.7 52 km
May 5, 1992 99 km E of Sulina, Romania M3.7 106 km
Feb 6, 2006 4 km S of Gârliciu, Romania M3.6 121 km
Mar 29, 1992 100 km W of Olenevka, Ukraine M3.6 139 km
Apr 18, 2005 4 km NNE of Nuf?ru, Romania M3.5 61 km
Mar 29, 1992 91 km SE of Mykolayivka, Ukraine M3.4 124 km
Mar 31, 1992 103 km SE of Mykolayivka, Ukraine M3.4 114 km
Apr 23, 2005 3 km N of Greci, Romania M3.3 113 km
Mar 5, 1994 1 km SW of Agighiol, Romania M3.1 59 km
Mar 25, 2006 4 km NW of Smârdan, Romania M3.0 135 km
Feb 15, 2005 3 km NW of Malcoci, Romania M2.9 65 km
Jan 24, 2005 0 km E of Valea Nucarilor, Romania M2.7 53 km
Jun 20, 2007 91 km SSE of Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania M2.5 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
March 40°F (5°C) 0.9 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.0 in
May 60°F (16°C) 1.2 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
October 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in
November 45°F (7°C) 1.3 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.0 in

Sfântu Gheorghe has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 33°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.7") and January the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Sfântu Gheorghe

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Sf. Gheorghe
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Museums in Sfântu Gheorghe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Muzeu

Libraries in Sfântu Gheorghe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cămin cultural0.0

Hotels in Sfântu Gheorghe

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Delta Marina
Hotel plutitor Egreta 1
Receptie Green Village Resort
Vila Far

Restaurants in Sfântu Gheorghe

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa 9
La Calcan
La Sfătoi
La Sfatoi Taverna
Laguna Brasserie
Monica
Waterlilly

Cafes in Sfântu Gheorghe

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Delta Cafe

Cinemas in Sfântu Gheorghe

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinema în aer liber
Cinema Paradiso

Gas Stations in Sfântu Gheorghe

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RO #6336665239

Gyms in Sfântu Gheorghe

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yoga on the Water

Airports Near Sfântu Gheorghe

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dunavățu de Jos AerodromeSmall Airport
Plopul AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sfântu Gheorghe

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica „Sfântul Mare Mucenic Gheorghe”

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
1 m (3 ft)
Founded
1327
Postal Code
827195

🇷🇴 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 Sfântu Gheorghe

What is the population of Sfântu Gheorghe?

Sfântu Gheorghe has a population of 979 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 163.2 square miles.

Is Sfântu Gheorghe expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,660, 79% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Sfântu Gheorghe?

Sfântu Gheorghe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches, with 1.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sfântu Gheorghe?

There are 29 business establishments in the area.

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