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Şinca Veche, Romania
Brașov County · Romania
Şinca Veche is a small town in Brașov County, Romania with a population of 3,445. Elevation: 1,555 ft (474 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
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About Şinca Veche
Șinca is a commune in Brașov County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of six villages: Bucium (Bucsum), Ohaba (Ohába), Perșani (Persány), Șercăița (Sarkaica), Șinca Veche, and Vâlcea (Valcsatelep).
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 3,445 |
| Population Density | 175 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft (474 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.7667°, 25.1667° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Brașov County |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.2 inches (843 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 33.2 inches (84 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $12,528 |
About Şinca Veche
Şinca Veche is a small town in Romania (Brașov County) with a population of 3,445. The city sits at an elevation of 1,555 feet (474 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Şinca Veche vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $12,528 |
| 83% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 103 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,555 ft (474 m) |
| Area | 19.7 sq mi (50.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 175/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7667°N, 25.1667°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.2 in |
Şinca Veche has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 26°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.0").
Schools in Şinca Veche
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Gimnazială "Gheorghe Șincai" Șinca Veche | — | — | — | — |
| Școala Gimnazială "Gheorghe Șincai" Șinca Veche | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Şinca Veche
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baraka radio | chillout+lounge | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Brașov | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Coresi | various | MP3 320 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 | |
| Son Radio -Sighișoara 89.5 FM | hits, local radio | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Şinca Veche
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Valer Literat" Museum of Fagaras Land | ||||
| Centrul de vizitare al Parcului Național Piatra Craiului | ||||
| Muzeu | ||||
| Muzeu în aer liber "Sufletul Branului" | ||||
| Muzeul Național Bran | ||||
| Muzeul Satesc Matei Manea | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum |
Libraries in Şinca Veche
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipală | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Şinca Veche
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bazar | |||||
| Piața Agroalimentară Făgăraș | |||||
| Piața Agroalimentară Făgăraș |
Cafes in Şinca Veche
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Şinca Veche
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Şinca Veche
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Şinca Veche
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Şinca Veche
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 Şinca Veche
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport | GHV | Large Airport |
| Bănești Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Casa Teo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ciceu-Andras Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fazi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Florin Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Ghimbav Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Mugeni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Odorhei Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Piatra Craiului (Zărnești) Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Prejmer Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Prejmer Corona 3 Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Sânpetru-Brașov Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Sânsimion Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Şinca Veche
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Bunavestire | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Ohaba | |
| Biserica Sfinții Apostoli Petru și Pavel | |
| Schitul Sinca Veche |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Şinca Veche
What is the population of Şinca Veche?
Şinca Veche has a population of 3,445 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 175 people per square mile, spread across 19.7 square miles.
Is Şinca Veche expensive to live in?
The median household income is $12,528, 83% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Şinca Veche?
Şinca Veche has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches, with 33.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Şinca Veche?
There are 103 business establishments in the area.