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Zărnești, Romania
Brașov County · Romania
Zărnești is a small city in Brașov County, Romania with a population of 24,926. Elevation: 2,349 ft (716 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
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About Zărnești
Zărnești is a town in Brașov County, Transylvania, Romania, with a population of 21,624 as of 2021. It administers one village, Tohanu Nou.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 24,926 |
| Population Density | 282 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,349 ft (716 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.5609°, 25.3179° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Brașov County |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.9 inches (684 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.5 inches (17 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $12,528 |
About Zărnești
Zărnești is a small city in Romania (Brașov County) with a population of 24,926. The city sits at an elevation of 2,349 feet (716 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Zărnești vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $12,528 |
| 83% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 748 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Zărnești
Zărnești has an average annual temperature of 7.3°C (45°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-4.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 720 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,349 ft (716 m) |
| Area | 88.4 sq mi (229.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 282/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5609°N, 25.3179°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.3 in |
Zărnești has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 23°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.2").
Schools in Zărnești
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Gimnazială Nr.3 Pompiliu Dan | — | — | — | — |
| Liceul teoretic Mitropolit Ioan Mețianu - corp A | — | — | — | — |
| Liceul teoretic Mitropolit Ioan Mețianu - corp B | — | — | — | — |
| Școala Gimnazială Pompiliu Dan | — | — | — | — |
| Școala Generală nr. 1 Gheorghe Crăciun | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Zărnești
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Zu | top 40 | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Magic Fm | 70s, 80s | AAC 80 kbps | |
| Europa FM | music, news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| OZONE.fm | adult contemporary, campina | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Brașov | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Europa FM-AAC | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio România Brașov | local news, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Coresi | various | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio România Actualități | music, news | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Sláger Rádió -Slager FM Sepsiszentgyörgy/Sfântu Gheorghe 105.9 FM | etnic, local news | 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 | |
| Sepsi Rádió | local radio, top hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Eco Natura | alternative, classic rock | MP3 | |
| Erdélyi Magyar Rádió | amateur radio, classic hits | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Zărnești
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Bucegi Natural Park" Museum | ||||
| "Cezar Petrescu" Memorial House | ||||
| "George Enescu" Memorial House | ||||
| Castelul Știrbey (Muzeul Orașului Sinaia) | ||||
| Centrul de vizitare "Alexandru Beldie" al Parcului Natural Bucegi | ||||
| Centrul de vizitare al Parcului Național Piatra Craiului | ||||
| Ialomicioara Cave | ||||
| Medieval Custom Museum | ||||
| Muzeu în aer liber "Sufletul Branului" | ||||
| Muzeul Național Bran | ||||
| Muzeul Rezervației Bucegi Sinaia | ||||
| Muzeul Tradițiilor Codlene | ||||
| Nicolae Fruntes Museum | ||||
| Peleș National Museum | ||||
| Sinaia Orthodox Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Sinaia railway model exhibition | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum of the Bran Area |
Libraries in Zărnești
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azuga Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Centrul Cultural Carmen Sylva | 0.0 | |||||
| Librăria DIDI | 0.0 | |||||
| Librăria Prichindel | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Zărnești
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piață | |||||
| Piața Agroalimentară Bușteni | |||||
| Piața Cartier Izvor | |||||
| Piața centrală Sinaia | |||||
| Piața Codlea | |||||
| Piață engros | |||||
| Târg |
Hotels in Zărnești
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Zărnești
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Zărnești
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Zărnești
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Zărnești
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Zărnești
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Zărnești
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Zărnești
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Zărnești
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Zărnești
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 Zărnești
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport | GHV | Large Airport |
| Bănești Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Casa Teo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Florin Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Geamăna Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ghimbav Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Mugeni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Piatra Craiului (Zărnești) Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Ploiești-Strejnicu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Prejmer Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Prejmer Corona 3 Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Sânpetru-Brașov Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Sânsimion Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Zărnești
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficiul Poștal nr. 1 Zărnești |
Treatment Centers in Zărnești
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centrul de sănătate Bran |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zărnești
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Baptistă Credința | |
| Biserica cu hramul Sf. Nicolae | |
| Biserica Penticostală Eben-Ezer | |
| Biserica Sfântul Anton de Padova | |
| Biserica Sfântul Anton de Padova | |
| Biserica Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gavril | |
| Biserica Sfinții Împărați Constantin și Elena |
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Public Holidays in Romania
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Zărnești
What is the population of Zărnești?
Zărnești has a population of 24,926 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 282 people per square mile, spread across 88.4 square miles.
Is Zărnești 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 Zărnești?
Zărnești has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Zărnești?
There are 748 business establishments in the area.