Bucea, Romania

Cluj County · Romania

Bucea is a small town in Cluj County, Romania with a population of 632. Elevation: 1,224 ft (373 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

632 Population 8/sq mi density
1,224 ft Elevation 373 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
42.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone

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About Bucea

Bucea

Negreni is a commune in Cluj County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of three villages: Bucea (Királyhágó), Negreni, and Prelucele (Prelak). These were part of Ciucea Commune from 1968 to 2002, when they were split off.

People

Population632
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Population632
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Coordinates46.9487°, 22.6942°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceCluj County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation42.5 inches (1,081 mm)
Annual Snowfall54.4 inches (138 cm)

About Bucea

Bucea is a small town in Romania (Cluj County) with a population of 632. The city sits at an elevation of 1,224 feet (373 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

Bucea experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. The area receives 54.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,224 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below Romania avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Geography

Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Area84.4 sq mi (218.5 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates46.9487°N, 22.6942°E
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.5"
12% above Romania avg
Snowfall 54.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.25"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Jun 6, 2023 6 km SW of Frumu?eni, Romania M4.7 140 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 150 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 138 km
Dec 19, 1991 Romania M4.3 144 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 122 km
May 22, 2023 2 km S of Fântânele, Romania M4.1 138 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 135 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 147 km
Dec 18, 1991 5 km NNW of Brestov??, Romania M3.9 139 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 35 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 104 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 29 km
Feb 2, 2006 4 km NW of Vészt?, Hungary M2.8 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in Wettest
July 71°F (22°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.0 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Bucea has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 29°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Bucea

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Transilvania -statia Beiuș 88.0 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps
Transilvania -statia Zalău 94.6 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Aleșd 95.8 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Bucea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Octavian Goga" Memorial Museum
Casa Proverbelor
Colecție Sătească
Huta Slavia Museum
Watermill, Whirlpool and Mill Museum

Farmers Markets in Bucea

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară
Târgul de la Negreni

Hotels in Bucea

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Nelaura
Lucas
Vegas

Restaurants in Bucea

13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amfora
Autogrill E60
Bistro La Tinu
Julius Meinl
Lucas
Michael's
Popasul Romanilor
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant Nelaura
Restaurant Piatra Craiului
Restaurant Vegas
Vegas

Train Stations in Bucea

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Piatra Craiului

Gas Stations in Bucea

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RO #1105012292

Stadiums & Teams in Bucea

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Ski Resorts Near Bucea

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Buscat Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pârtiile Mărișel 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Bucea

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Crasna Deltafly Airfield-Small Airport
Ineu King's Land Airfield-Small Airport
Laci Oros Airfield-Small Airport
Mihăieni Airfield-Small Airport
Poieni Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bucea

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Baptistă Bucea
Biserica de lemn din Bucea
Mănăstirea Piatra Craiului

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1828
Postal Code
407441
Website
bucea.ro/

🇷🇴 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 Bucea

What is the population of Bucea?

Bucea has a population of 632 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 84.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bucea?

Bucea has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 42.5 inches, with 54.4 inches of snow.

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