Şimleu Silvaniei, Romania

Sălaj County · Romania

Şimleu Silvaniei is a small town in Sălaj County, Romania with a population of 755. Elevation: 781 ft (238 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

755 Population 24/sq mi density
781 ft Elevation 238 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
36.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone

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About Şimleu Silvaniei

Şimleu Silvaniei

Șimleu Silvaniei is a town in Sălaj County, Crișana, Romania with a population of 13,948 people. It is located near the ancient Dacian fortress Dacidava.

People

Population755
Density24/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Population755
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Coordinates47.2333°, 22.8000°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceSălaj County
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation36.6 inches (930 mm)
Annual Snowfall45.9 inches (117 cm)

About Şimleu Silvaniei

Şimleu Silvaniei is a small town in Romania (Sălaj County) with a population of 755. The city sits at an elevation of 781 feet (238 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

Climate in Şimleu Silvaniei

Şimleu Silvaniei has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (23.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 731 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -0.8°C / 31°F -10.5° / 8.7° 52.9
Feb 2°C / 36°F -9° / 13.3° 46.2
Mar 4.8°C / 41°F -5.1° / 18.5° 35.0
Apr 9.3°C / 49°F -2.3° / 21.4° 57.7
May 14.6°C / 58°F 3.7° / 26° 84.0
Jun 20.7°C / 69°F 9.8° / 33.1° 90.2
Jul 22.8°C / 73°F 11° / 34.8° 76.3
Aug 23.3°C / 74°F 11.9° / 35.4° 50.6
Sep 17.7°C / 64°F 6.1° / 30.7° 74.1
Oct 11.8°C / 53°F 0.9° / 24.5° 37.9
Nov 5.3°C / 42°F -4.7° / 18.8° 66.1
Dec 1.4°C / 35°F -7° / 12° 60.5
Şimleu Silvaniei experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. The area receives 45.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 781 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below Romania avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Geography

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Area31.9 sq mi (82.7 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates47.2333°N, 22.8000°E
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"
4% below Romania avg
Snowfall 45.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.58"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 125 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 103 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 115 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 60 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 87 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 52 km
Feb 2, 2006 4 km NW of Vészt?, Hungary M2.8 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
February 32°F (0°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in Wettest
July 69°F (20°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.5 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Şimleu Silvaniei has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 32°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Şimleu Silvaniei

Institution Type Founded Website
Liceul Popesti College - ,

Schools in Şimleu Silvaniei

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Colegiul Tehnic „Iuliu Maniu” din Șimleu Silvaniei - - - -
Colegiul Tehnic „Iuliu Maniu” din Șimleu Silvaniei - - - -
Colegiul Național „Simion Bărnuțiu” - - - -
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Radio Stations near Şimleu Silvaniei

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Transilvania -statia Carei 95.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Transilvania -statia Zalău 94.6 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Aleșd 95.8 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Şimleu Silvaniei

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Sipos László" Hungarian Ethnographic Museum of Bogdand
Casa Memorială „Iuliu Maniu”
Casa Memorială Simion Bărnuțiu
Colecție Sătească
Muzeul Memorial al Holocaustului din Nordul Transilvaniei
Town Museum

Libraries in Şimleu Silvaniei

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Orasaneasca Tasnad0.0
Biblioteca Scolii0.0

Farmers Markets in Şimleu Silvaniei

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Dumbrava
Piata sezoniera
Piața Șimleul Silvaniei

Hotels in Şimleu Silvaniei

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pensiunea Silva

Restaurants in Şimleu Silvaniei

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Castle Inn

Castles in Şimleu Silvaniei

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cetatea Báthory

Clinics in Şimleu Silvaniei

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RO #1097610257

Bus Stations in Şimleu Silvaniei

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RO #11288246319
RO #357376785

Gas Stations in Şimleu Silvaniei

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Eli Energy
Petrom
SC PETROROM SRL
Socar

Banks in Şimleu Silvaniei

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BCR
BRD
Transilvania Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Şimleu Silvaniei

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Şimleu Silvaniei

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Şimleu Silvaniei

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Maramureș International AirportBAYMedium Airport
Satu Mare International AirportSUJMedium Airport
Aerodrom Baia Mare-Small Airport
Crasna Deltafly Airfield-Small Airport
Ineu King's Land Airfield-Small Airport
Laci Oros Airfield-Small Airport
Mihăieni Airfield-Small Airport
Mujdeni Airfield-Small Airport
Poieni Airfield-Small Airport
Săcălășeni Airfield-Small Airport
Sălicea Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Şimleu Silvaniei

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Baptista Betania
Biserica Creștină Baptistă Maghiară
Biserica Creștină Baptistă Nr. 1
Biserica Greco-Catolică Sfânta Treime
Biserica Ortodoxă 1
Biserica Ortodoxă 2
Biserica Ortodoxă Sfânta Parascheva
Biserica Reformată
Biserica Romano-Catolică

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1259
Postal Code
455302

🇷🇴 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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What is the population of Şimleu Silvaniei?

Şimleu Silvaniei has a population of 755 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 31.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Şimleu Silvaniei?

Şimleu Silvaniei has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches, with 45.9 inches of snow.

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