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Căpâlna, Romania

Alba County · Romania

Căpâlna is a small town in Alba County, Romania with a population of 942. Elevation: 1,250 ft (381 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
942 Population 11/sq mi density
1,250 ft Elevation 381 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
28.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$14,256 median income

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About Căpâlna

Căpâlna

Căpâlna is a commune in Bihor County, Crișana, Romania with a population of 1,663 people (2011). It is composed of five villages: Căpâlna, Ginta (Gyanta), Rohani (Rohány), Săldăbagiu Mic (Körösszáldobágy), and Suplacu de Tinca (Tenkeszéplak). The commune is situated in the southern part of Bihor County, on the right bank of the Crișul Negru, at a distance of 40 km (25 mi) from the county seat, Oradea, 26 km (16 mi) from Beiuș, and 40 km (25 mi) from Salonta.

People

Population942
Density11/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation1,250 ft (381 m)
Population942
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation1,250 ft (381 m)
Coordinates45.8463°, 23.6042°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceAlba County
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation28.6 inches (726 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.0 inches (41 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Căpâlna

Căpâlna is a small town in Romania (Alba County) with a population of 942. The city sits at an elevation of 1,250 feet (381 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Căpâlna is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 28 business establishments.

Income: Căpâlna vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$14,256
81% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)28

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Căpâlna experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 282 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 28.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,250 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,250 ft (381 m)
Area89.3 sq mi (231.2 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates45.8463°N, 23.6042°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.6"
25% below Romania avg
Snowfall 16.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 89 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 142 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 86 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 94 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 63 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 91 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 95 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 92 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 124 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 62 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 89 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 104 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 121 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 102 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 100 km
Jan 28, 1995 14 km NW of Dâmbovicioara, Romania M3.8 121 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 105 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 85 km
May 7, 1993 4 km SW of ?inca Veche, Romania M3.6 118 km
Apr 17, 1990 4 km SW of Voite?tii din Vale, Romania M3.6 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 40°F (5°C) 1.2 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.5 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.4 in Coldest

Căpâlna has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 30°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Căpâlna

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Energy Cugir 00s, 2000s MP3 128 kbps
Radio Transilvania - Cluj adult contemporary, electronic MP3 160 kbps
Blaj Radio catolic, religios MP3 128 kbps
DejaVuMusic dance, hits MP3
Radio Reîntregirea religious MP3
RadioReintregirea Alba Iulia MP3

Museums in Căpâlna

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Lucian Blaga" Memorial House
"Vasile Dobrian" Exhibition
Alba Iulia Orthodox Bishopric Museum Collection
Batthyaneum Library Museum Collection
Domeniile Martinuzzi
Domeniile Martinuzzi
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic Museum
Expoziție Etnografică
Heimatmuseum Großpold
Ioan Raica City Museum
Local Museum
Museikon
Museum
Muzeul Etnografic
Muzeul Țării Secașelor
Muzeul Țării Secașelor
National Museum of the Union
Public Collection of the University "1 Decembrie 1918”

Libraries in Căpâlna

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Batthyaneum Library0.0
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Comunei Daia Română0.0
Biblioteca Județeană "Lucian Blaga"0.0
Biblioteca Națională a României Filiala Batthyaneum0.0
Biblioteca Universității 1 Decembrie 19180.0

Farmers Markets in Căpâlna

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piață Agro-Alimentară
Piața Mircea Eliade
Piața Sebeș

Monuments in Căpâlna

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

troița

Stadiums & Teams in Căpâlna

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Ski Resorts Near Căpâlna

7 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Straja Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Parâng 0.0 $0
Ski Vidra 0.0 $0
Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu 0.0 $0
Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș 0.0 $0
Arena Platoș 0.0 $0
Buscat Ski Resort 0.0 $0

Airports Near Căpâlna

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sibiu International AirportSBZLarge Airport
Câmpia Turzii Air BaseMedium Airport
Luncani AirfieldSmall Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Mediaș (Flamingo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Ruck Ventilatoare private airstripSmall Airport
Salonti AirstripSmall Airport
Săulești AirfieldSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Căpâlna

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Căpâlna

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Postal Code
517660

🇷🇴 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 Căpâlna

What is the population of Căpâlna?

Căpâlna has a population of 942 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 89.3 square miles.

Is Căpâlna expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Căpâlna?

Căpâlna has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches, with 16.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Căpâlna?

There are 28 business establishments in the area.

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