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Câinenii Mari, Romania

Vâlcea County · Romania

Câinenii Mari is a small town in Vâlcea County, Romania with a population of 761. Elevation: 1,138 ft (347 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
761 Population 5/sq mi density
1,138 ft Elevation 347 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$12,528 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
$12,528 median income

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About Câinenii Mari

Câinenii Mari

Câineni is a commune located in Vâlcea County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of six villages: Câinenii Mari, Câinenii Mici, Greblești, Priloage, Râu Vadului, and Robești.

People

Population761
Density5/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$12,528

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,138 ft (347 m)
Population761
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation1,138 ft (347 m)
Coordinates45.4994°, 24.2990°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceVâlcea County
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,282 mm)
Annual Snowfall164.5 inches (418 cm)
Median Household Income$12,528

About Câinenii Mari

Câinenii Mari is a small town in Romania (Vâlcea County) with a population of 761. The city sits at an elevation of 1,138 feet (347 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Câinenii Mari is $12,528, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 23 business establishments.

Income: Câinenii Mari vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$12,528
83% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Câinenii Mari has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 164.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,138 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below Romania avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,138 ft (347 m)
Area141.6 sq mi (366.6 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates45.4994°N, 24.2990°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above Romania avg
Snowfall 164.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.06"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 20, 2023.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 97 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 147 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 96 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 102 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 96 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 112 km
Sep 3, 2019 4 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.6 150 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 79 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 107 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 102 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 94 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 88 km
Oct 25, 1995 11 km S of Crivina, Romania M4.3 133 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 109 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 55 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 146 km
Sep 7, 2019 Romania M4.1 144 km
Dec 9, 1991 8 km NNW of Ca?oca, Romania M4.1 149 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 110 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in
March 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
June 60°F (15°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
August 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.5 in

Câinenii Mari has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 27°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Câinenii Mari

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Generală Câinenii Mari
Școala primară
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Radio Stations near Câinenii Mari

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
PlayRadio Urban AAC 192 kbps
Eveniment FM Sibiu 103.2 dance, house MP3 128 kbps
METRONOM FM OGG 128 kbps
gofm.ro chansons françaises, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
goFM top hits MP3 128 kbps
Sibiu Radio -Sibiu 91.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Câinenii Mari

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Octavian Goga" Memorial Collection
"Sigmond Dachler" Museum
Avrig Museum
Boita Village Collection
Casa Memorială Emil Cioran
Cisnădie Ethnographic Collection
Cozia Monastery Museum Collection
Ethnographic Museum
Ethnographic Museum Exhibition
Michelsberger Heimatmuseum
Muzeul Memorial General David Paprogescu
Muzeul Turnu Roșu
Palatul Brukenthal Avrig
Palatul Brukenthal Avrig
Textile Industry History Museum Exhibition
Turnu Rosu Village Exhibition

Farmers Markets in Câinenii Mari

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piață
Piața Agro-Alimentară Tălmaciu
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Sticla
Piața Căciulata
Piața țărănească Rășinari

Restaurants in Câinenii Mari

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurant non-stop „Speranța”
Restaurant Râu Vadului

Cafes in Câinenii Mari

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bar Nicolaescu

Gas Stations in Câinenii Mari

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rompetrol

Ski Resorts Near Câinenii Mari

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Vidra 0.0 $0
Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș 0.0 $0
Arena Platoș 0.0 $0

Airports Near Câinenii Mari

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sibiu International AirportSBZLarge Airport
Geamăna AirfieldSmall Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Mediaș (Flamingo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Salonti AirstripSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Câinenii Mari

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Sfântul Nicolae
Biserica Sfântul Nicolae
Biserica Sfântul Nicolae
Biserica Sfântul Nicolae
Biserica Sfinții Voievozi Câinenii Mici

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
338 m (1,109 ft)
Postal Code
247530

🇷🇴 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 Câinenii Mari

What is the population of Câinenii Mari?

Câinenii Mari has a population of 761 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 141.6 square miles.

Is Câinenii Mari expensive to live in?

The median household income is $12,528, 83% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Câinenii Mari?

Câinenii Mari has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches, with 164.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Câinenii Mari?

There are 23 business establishments in the area.

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