Bichigiu, Romania
Bistrița-Năsăud County · Romania
Bichigiu is a small town in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Romania with a population of 678. Elevation: 1,526 ft (465 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Bichigiu
The Bichigiu is a right tributary of the river Sălăuța in Romania. It flows into the Sălăuța between Telciu and Coșbuc. Its length is 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) and its basin size is 42 square kilometres (16 sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 678 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,526 ft (465 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.4252°, 24.3389° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Bistrița-Năsăud County |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.0 inches (813 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.3 inches (23 cm) |
About Bichigiu
Bichigiu is a small town in Romania (Bistrița-Năsăud County) with a population of 678. The city sits at an elevation of 1,526 feet (465 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Climate in Bichigiu
Bichigiu has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 717 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.2°F |
| 18% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,526 ft (465 m) |
| Area | 137.9 sq mi (357.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.4252°N, 24.3389°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.2 in |
Bichigiu has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 25°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near Bichigiu
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| radio SOMEȘ | populară | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Transilvania statia Bistrița 94.1 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Stil FM -Dej 106.1 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Someș Radio -Bistrițai 96.6 FM | local news, local radio | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Beclean 91.5 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Bichigiu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "George Coșbuc" Memorial Museum | ||||
| "Liviu Rebreanu" Memorial Museum | ||||
| "Saxon House" Museum | ||||
| Beclean Orthodox Archpriest District Museum | ||||
| Casa Memorială Liviu Rebreanu | ||||
| Dunca Patu House-Museum | ||||
| Hunting House Museum | ||||
| Museum of Romanian Countrywoman | ||||
| Nasaud Border Museum |
Farmers Markets in Bichigiu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Agroalimentară | |||||
| Piata Nasaud |
Ski Resorts Near Bichigiu
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pârtia de schi Cocoș Bistrița | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Pârtiile Roata | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Șuior | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Bichigiu
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport | CLJ | Large Airport |
| Bistrița Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Copalnic-Manastur Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dezmir Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rona de Sus Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bichigiu
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Bichigiu |
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What is the population of Bichigiu?
Bichigiu has a population of 678 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 137.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bichigiu?
Bichigiu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.0 inches, with 9.3 inches of snow.
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