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Benic, Romania
Alba County · Romania
Benic is a small town in Alba County, Romania with a population of 508. Elevation: 1,014 ft (309 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Benic
Galda de Jos is a commune located in Alba County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of eleven villages: Benic (Borosbenedek), Cetea (Csáklya), Galda de Jos (Alsógáld), Galda de Sus (Felsőgáld), Lupșeni, Măgura, Mesentea (Kismindszent), Oiejdea (Vajasd), Poiana Galdei, Răicani (Rajkány), and Zăgriș.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 508 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,014 ft (309 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.2131°, 23.5914° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Alba County |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.6 inches (726 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 16.0 inches (41 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,256 |
About Benic
Benic is a small town in Romania (Alba County) with a population of 508. The city sits at an elevation of 1,014 feet (309 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Benic vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,256 |
| 81% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 15 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,014 ft (309 m) |
| Area | 74.5 sq mi (192.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.2131°N, 23.5914°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 29°F (-1°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
Benic has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 29°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Benic
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Energy Cugir | 00s, 2000s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Transilvania - Cluj | adult contemporary, electronic | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Blaj Radio | catolic, religios | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Domeldo Movie | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| DejaVuMusic | dance, hits | MP3 | |
| Radio Reîntregirea | religious | MP3 | |
| RadioReintregirea Alba Iulia | — | MP3 | |
| Radio Turda 107.7 FM | local, mix | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Turda | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Turda 89.9 FM | local, local news | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Transylvania -Hits | dance, hits | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Benic
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Lucian Blaga" Memorial House | ||||
| "Valer Butură" Ethnographic Exhibition | ||||
| Alba Iulia Orthodox Bishopric Museum Collection | ||||
| Batthyaneum Library Museum Collection | ||||
| Conacul Wesselenyi | ||||
| Domeniile Martinuzzi | ||||
| Domeniile Martinuzzi | ||||
| Ethnographic and Religious Museum | ||||
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| Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Expoziție Etnografică | ||||
| History Museum | ||||
| Moara de apă | ||||
| Museikon | ||||
| Muzeul Etnografic Cetea | ||||
| Muzeul Etnografic Cetea | ||||
| National Museum of the Union | ||||
| Natural Sciences Museum | ||||
| Public Collection of the University "1 Decembrie 1918” | ||||
| Râmeț Monastery Museum Collection |
Libraries in Benic
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batthyaneum Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunal Poșaga de Jos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunei Daia Română | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Județeană "Lucian Blaga" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Națională a României Filiala Batthyaneum | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Universității 1 Decembrie 1918 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Benic
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piață | |||||
| Piața Aiud | |||||
| Piața Mircea Eliade |
Stadiums & Teams in Benic
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Benic
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Arena Platoș | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Buscat Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Pârtiile Mărișel | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Benic
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport | CLJ | Large Airport |
| Sibiu International Airport | SBZ | Large Airport |
| Câmpia Turzii Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Dezmir Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Luncani Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Măgura Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mediaș (Flamingo) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Poieni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ruck Ventilatoare private airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sălicea Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Salonti Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Săulești Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sibiu Hermann Oberth Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Benic
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Ortodoxă Benic | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Galda de Sus |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Benic
What is the population of Benic?
Benic has a population of 508 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 74.5 square miles.
Is Benic expensive to live in?
The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Benic?
Benic has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches, with 16.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Benic?
There are 15 business establishments in the area.