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Bichigiu, Romania

Bistrița-Năsăud County · Romania

Bichigiu is a small town in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Romania with a population of 1,405. Elevation: 1,526 ft (465 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,405 Population 10/sq mi density
1,526 ft Elevation 465 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
32.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
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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 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

Population1,405
Density10/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)
Population1,405
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)
Coordinates47.4252°, 24.3389°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBistrița-Năsăud County
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.0 inches (813 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.3 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Bichigiu

Bichigiu is a small town in Romania (Bistrița-Năsăud County) with a population of 1,405. 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.

The median household income in Bichigiu is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 42 business establishments.

Income: Bichigiu vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)42

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -2.2°C / 28°F -5.7° / 1.2° 42.9
Feb -0.5°C / 31°F -4.7° / 3.8° 40.0
Mar 4.4°C / 40°F -0.8° / 9.7° 43.7
Apr 10.2°C / 50°F 4.1° / 16.4° 50.6
May 15°C / 59°F 8.6° / 21.3° 81.5
Jun 18.8°C / 66°F 12.4° / 25.1° 86.0
Jul 20.4°C / 69°F 13.9° / 26.9° 91.0
Aug 20.3°C / 69°F 13.4° / 27.2° 64.5
Sep 15.4°C / 60°F 9.1° / 21.6° 66.3
Oct 10.2°C / 50°F 4.3° / 16° 54.1
Nov 4.8°C / 41°F 0.1° / 9.5° 44.1
Dec -0.8°C / 31°F -4.3° / 2.6° 51.9
Bichigiu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 278 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. The area receives 9.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,526 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below Romania avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)
Area137.9 sq mi (357.1 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates47.4252°N, 24.3389°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.0"
16% below Romania avg
Snowfall 9.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

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 M4.7 143 km
Jun 24, 2011 3 km SE of Ostra, Romania M4.4 111 km
Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 135 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 128 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 90 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 63 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 129 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 32 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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").

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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

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual 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

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
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.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge Airport
Bistrița AirfieldSmall Airport
Copalnic-Manastur AirfieldSmall Airport
Dezmir AirfieldSmall Airport
Rona de Sus AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bichigiu

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Bichigiu

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
465 m (1,526 ft)
Founded
1523
Postal Code
427071

🇷🇴 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 Bichigiu

What is the population of Bichigiu?

Bichigiu has a population of 1,405 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 137.9 square miles.

Is Bichigiu 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 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. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.0 inches, with 9.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bichigiu?

There are 42 business establishments in the area.

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