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Şomcuta Mare, Romania

Maramureş · Romania

Şomcuta Mare is a small city in Maramureş, Romania with a population of 7,584. Elevation: 623 ft (190 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,584 Population 120/sq mi density
623 ft Elevation 190 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.0 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
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Şomcuta Mare

Şomcuta Mare

Șomcuta Mare is a town in Maramureș County, Romania. The town administers seven villages: Buciumi (Törökfalu), Buteasa (Bucsonfalva), Ciolt (Csolt), Codru Butesii (Kodrulytelep), Finteușu Mare (Nagyfentős), Hovrila (Hávord), and Vălenii Șomcutei (Somkútpataka). It was declared a town in 2004.

People

Population7,584
Density120/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation623 ft (190 m)
Population7,584
Population Density120 / sq mi
Elevation623 ft (190 m)
Coordinates47.5167°, 23.4667°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMaramureş
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation45.0 inches (1,143 mm)
Annual Snowfall32.6 inches (83 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Şomcuta Mare

Şomcuta Mare is a small city in Romania (Maramureş) with a population of 7,584. The city sits at an elevation of 623 feet (190 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Şomcuta Mare is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 228 business establishments.

Income: Şomcuta Mare vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)228

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Şomcuta Mare experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. The area receives 32.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 623 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation623 ft (190 m)
Area63.3 sq mi (164.1 km²)
Population Density120/sq mi
Coordinates47.5167°N, 23.4667°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.0"
18% above Romania avg
Snowfall 32.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

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 M4.7 129 km
Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 94 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 78 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 66 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 129 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 96 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 43 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.0 in
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.7 in Coldest

Şomcuta Mare has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 32°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.6").

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Radio Stations near Şomcuta Mare

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Transilvania -statia Zalău 94.6 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Vis de Taină acoustic, ambient MP3 128 kbps
Radio Romania Sighet etnic, local news MP3 128 kbps
Stil FM -Dej 106.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Baia Mare 106.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Sighet FM talk MP3 128 kbps
Sighet FM -Sighetu Marmației 89.3 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Şomcuta Mare

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Baia Mare Art Centre" Fine Art Museum
"Dr. Vasile Lucaciu" Museum and Monumental Group
"Petőfi Sándor" Memorial Collection
At Home Village Museum
Ethnographic and Folk Art Museum
Florean Museum
Memorial House of the Poet Ion SIUGARIU
Misztótfalusi Kis Miklós Museum
Museum of Mineralogy
Muzeul Folcloric Nicolae Sabău
Muzeul Județean de Istorie și Arheologie Maramureș
Muzeul Județean de Istorie și Arheologie Maramureș
Muzeul Satului
Planetarium

Libraries in Şomcuta Mare

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană Petre Dulfu0.0
Biblioteca Orășenească Baia Sprie0.0

Farmers Markets in Şomcuta Mare

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Baia Sprie
Piața Bilașcu
Piața Gării
Piața Izvoarelor

Stadiums & Teams in Şomcuta Mare

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Şomcuta Mare

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Şomcuta Mare

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge Airport
Maramureș International AirportBAYMedium Airport
Satu Mare International AirportSUJMedium Airport
Aerodrom Baia MareSmall Airport
Copalnic-Manastur AirfieldSmall Airport
Crasna Deltafly AirfieldSmall Airport
Dezmir AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Mujdeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Poieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Rona de Sus AirfieldSmall Airport
Săcălășeni AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Şomcuta Mare

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica romano-catolica Sf. ladislau

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Area
120.4 km² (46.5 mi²)
Founded
1319
Postal Code
437335
Mayor
Gheorghe-Ioan Buda
Website
somcutamare.ro/

🇷🇴 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 Şomcuta Mare

What is the population of Şomcuta Mare?

Şomcuta Mare has a population of 7,584 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 120 people per square mile, spread across 63.3 square miles.

Is Şomcuta Mare 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 Şomcuta Mare?

Şomcuta Mare has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches, with 32.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Şomcuta Mare?

There are 228 business establishments in the area.

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