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Bistriţa Bârgăului, Romania

Bistrița-Năsăud County · Romania

Bistriţa Bârgăului is a small town in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Romania with a population of 3,877. Elevation: 1,867 ft (569 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

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C+ Fair
3,877 Population 41/sq mi density
1,867 ft Elevation 569 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
44.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
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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 Bistriţa Bârgăului

Bistriţa Bârgăului

Bistrița Bârgăului is a commune in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of two villages, Bistrița Bârgăului and Colibița (Kolibica).

People

Population3,877
Density41/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,867 ft (569 m)
Population3,877
Population Density41 / sq mi
Elevation1,867 ft (569 m)
Coordinates47.2167°, 24.7667°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBistrița-Năsăud County
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation44.3 inches (1,126 mm)
Annual Snowfall87.3 inches (222 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Bistriţa Bârgăului

Bistriţa Bârgăului is a small town in Romania (Bistrița-Năsăud County) with a population of 3,877. The city sits at an elevation of 1,867 feet (569 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Bistriţa Bârgăului is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 116 business establishments.

Income: Bistriţa Bârgăului vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)116

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Bistriţa Bârgăului

Bistriţa Bârgăului 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
Bistriţa Bârgăului experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 87.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,867 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below Romania avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,867 ft (569 m)
Area95.6 sq mi (247.7 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates47.2167°N, 24.7667°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.3"
17% above Romania avg
Snowfall 87.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.50"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Jul 19, 2015.

Jun 24, 2011 3 km SE of Ostra, Romania M4.4 81 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 128 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 43 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 145 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.6 in
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 33°F (1°C) 1.5 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
May 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
June 58°F (14°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.8 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 1.9 in

Bistriţa Bârgăului has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 26°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Bistriţa Bârgăului

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
radio SOMEȘ populară AAC+ 64 kbps
Son Radio -Reghin 87.8 FM hits, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Transilvania statia Bistrița 94.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Someș Radio -Bistrițai 96.6 FM local news, local radio AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Bistriţa Bârgăului

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Saxon House" Museum
"The Dreams Nest" Museum
Comparative Art Museum
Ethnographic and Mining Museum of Rodna
Museum of Poiana Ilvei
Secerului Valley Museum Corner

Farmers Markets in Bistriţa Bârgăului

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Târg

Train Stations in Bistriţa Bârgăului

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bistrița Bârgăului

Stadiums & Teams in Bistriţa Bârgăului

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Ski Resorts Near Bistriţa Bârgăului

7 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Varság 0.0 $0
Bogdan 0.0 $0
Havas Bucsin 0.0 $0
Havas Bucsin 0.0 $0
Bujdosó 0.0 $0
Pârtia de schi Toplița 0.0 $0
Pârtia de schi Cocoș Bistrița 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bistriţa Bârgăului

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Târgu Mureş Transilvania International AirportTGMMedium Airport
Bistrița AirfieldSmall Airport
Elie Carafoli Sport AirfieldSmall Airport
Floreni AirfieldSmall Airport
Ghindari AirfieldSmall Airport
Joseni AirfieldSmall Airport
Remetea AirifeldSmall Airport
Rona de Sus AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bistriţa Bârgăului

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Bistrița Bârgăului

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
560 m (1,837 ft)
Founded
1317
Postal Code
427005

🇷🇴 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 Bistriţa Bârgăului

What is the population of Bistriţa Bârgăului?

Bistriţa Bârgăului has a population of 3,877 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 95.6 square miles.

Is Bistriţa Bârgăului 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 Bistriţa Bârgăului?

Bistriţa Bârgăului has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 87.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bistriţa Bârgăului?

There are 116 business establishments in the area.

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