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Braniştea, Romania

Bistrița-Năsăud County · Romania

Braniştea is a small town in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Romania with a population of 3,347. Elevation: 1,014 ft (309 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,347 Population 125/sq mi density
1,014 ft Elevation 309 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
31.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Braniştea

Braniştea

Braniștea – wieś w Rumunii, w okręgu Bistrița-Năsăud, w gminie Braniștea. W 2011 roku liczyła 1137 mieszkańców.

People

Population3,347
Density125/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)
Population3,347
Population Density125 / sq mi
Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)
Coordinates47.1667°, 24.0667°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBistrița-Năsăud County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation31.9 inches (811 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.8 inches (66 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Braniştea

Braniştea is a small town in Romania (Bistrița-Năsăud County) with a population of 3,347. The city sits at an elevation of 1,014 feet (309 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Braniştea is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 100 business establishments.

Income: Braniştea vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)100

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Braniştea

Braniştea 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
Braniştea experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches. The area receives 25.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,014 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below Romania avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)
Area26.7 sq mi (69.1 km²)
Population Density125/sq mi
Coordinates47.1667°N, 24.0667°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.9"
16% below Romania avg
Snowfall 25.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 3, 2023.

Jun 24, 2011 3 km SE of Ostra, Romania M4.4 134 km
Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 147 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 135 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 108 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 91 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 95 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 19 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.1 in
June 63°F (17°C) 4.0 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 2.0 in Coldest

Braniştea has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 29°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Braniştea

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Scoala General - - - -
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Radio Stations near Braniştea

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Pescobar Radio afro house, chill MP3 128 kbps
radio SOMEȘ populară AAC+ 64 kbps
EBS Radio adult contemporary, top hits AAC 96 kbps
Gherla FM 90s, eurodance MP3 128 kbps
ZC Radio (Ziua de Cluj) - MP3 128 kbps
UBB Radio -Universitatea Babeș Bolyai Cluj Napoca adult contemporary, news MP3 128 kbps
Radio Domeldo Live - MP3 256 kbps
Transilvania -statia Cluj Napoca 94.5 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Valori Românești Radio 00's, 70's MP3 128 kbps
Untold Radio clubbing, dance MP3 128 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 Braniştea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Ion Pop Reteganul" Memorial Museum
Beclean Orthodox Archpriest District Museum
Ciceu Mihaesti Museum
Colecția Muzeală a Mănăstirii Nicula
Dej City Museum
History Museum
Hungarian Dance House Museum
Hunting House Museum
Nicula Monastery Museum Collection
Rohia Monastery Museum Collection

Libraries in Braniştea

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca municipală Gherla0.0
Dej Municipal Library0.0
Gherla Municipal Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Braniştea

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Florex
Piață agroalimentară
Piața agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața agroalimentară Dej
Piața Dealul Florilor
Roxana

Stadiums & Teams in Braniştea

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Ski Resorts Near Braniştea

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 Braniştea

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge Airport
Câmpia Turzii Air Base-Medium Airport
Maramureș International AirportBAYMedium Airport
Târgu Mureş Transilvania International AirportTGMMedium Airport
Aerodrom Baia Mare-Small Airport
Bistrița Airfield-Small Airport
Copalnic-Manastur Airfield-Small Airport
Dezmir Airfield-Small Airport
Elie Carafoli Sport Airfield-Small Airport
Luncani Airfield-Small Airport
Rona de Sus Airfield-Small Airport
Săcălășeni Airfield-Small Airport
Sălicea Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Braniştea

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Reformată
Biserica Sf Arhangheli

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
244 m (801 ft)
Founded
1269
Postal Code
427010

🇷🇴 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 Braniştea

What is the population of Braniştea?

Braniştea has a population of 3,347 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 125 people per square mile, spread across 26.7 square miles.

Is Braniştea 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 Braniştea?

Braniştea has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches, with 25.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Braniştea?

There are 100 business establishments in the area.

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