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Căpâlna de Jos, Romania
Alba County · Romania
Căpâlna de Jos is a small town in Alba County, Romania with a population of 913. Elevation: 938 ft (286 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Căpâlna de Jos
Jidvei is a commune in Alba County, Transylvania, Romania, located on the river Târnava. Jidvei is located in the north-western part of Romania, in the Transylvanian Plateau. Jidvei was first mentioned in documents in 1309, but traces of human presence go further back in time. The oldest building in the village is the church, which was originally constructed in the Gothic style but was later modified in 1707 in the baroque style. In the 15th century, a fortification wall was raised around the church, of which the gate tower remains.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 913 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 938 ft (286 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.2400°, 24.1130° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Alba County |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.0 inches (813 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 25.6 inches (65 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,256 |
About Căpâlna de Jos
Căpâlna de Jos is a small town in Romania (Alba County) with a population of 913. The city sits at an elevation of 938 feet (286 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Căpâlna de Jos vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,256 |
| 81% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 27 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 938 ft (286 m) |
| Area | 58.0 sq mi (150.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.2400°N, 24.1130°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
Căpâlna de Jos has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 30°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.0").
Schools in Căpâlna de Jos
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Generală I-VIII Sânmiclăuș | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Căpâlna de Jos
21 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marosvásárhelyi Rádió | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Eveniment FM Sibiu 103.2 | dance, house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Domeldo Movie | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Vocea Credinței | crestin, religios | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Blaj Radio | catolic, religios | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Son Radio -Târgu Mureș 105.6 FM | hits, local radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio România Târgu Mureș - Marosvásárhelyi Rádió Románia | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Székely Rádió Gyergyói | etnic, local news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Transylvania -Hits | dance, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Turda 89.9 FM | local, local news | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Turda | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Turda 107.7 FM | local, mix | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Rádio Koko | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádió GaGa Marosszék | local news, pop rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Gaga | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| gofm.ro | chansons françaises, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Son Radio -Luduș 94.2 FM | hits, local radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Luduș 100.4 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Mediaș 97.2 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Sibiu Radio -Sibiu 91.1 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| goFM | top hits | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Căpâlna de Jos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Augustin Bunea" History Museum | ||||
| "Herman N. Oberth" Memorial House | ||||
| "Stephan Ludwig Roth" Memorial House | ||||
| Biserica de lemn "Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gavriil" | ||||
| Castelul Bánffy | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
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| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
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| Evangelical Church Museum | ||||
| Greek-Catholic Bishopric Museum | ||||
| Medias City Museum | ||||
| Muzeul Etnografic Casa de Paie | ||||
| Muzeul Sătesc Boian | ||||
| Târnăveni City Museum | ||||
| The Natural Gas Documentation and Information Centre |
Libraries in Căpâlna de Jos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunal Sâncel | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunei Roșia de Secaș | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Ion Agarbiceanu | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipală | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Orășenească Iernut | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Școlii Generale | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Căpâlna de Jos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interdax SRL | |||||
| Piața Agro-alimentara | |||||
| Piaţa Agroalimentară Mediaş | |||||
| Piața de legume și fructe | |||||
| Piața de Zi | |||||
| Piața de zi | |||||
| Piața Gara | |||||
| Piața Târnăveni | |||||
| Weekly Market |
Castles in Căpâlna de Jos
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Căpâlna de Jos
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Căpâlna de Jos
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Căpâlna de Jos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Căpâlna de Jos
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Arena Platoș | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Căpâlna de Jos
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport | CLJ | Large Airport |
| Sibiu International Airport | SBZ | Large Airport |
| Câmpia Turzii Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Târgu Mureş Transilvania International Airport | TGM | Medium Airport |
| Dezmir Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Elie Carafoli Sport Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Luncani Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Măgura Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mediaș (Flamingo) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ruck Ventilatoare private airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sălicea Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Salonti Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sibiu Hermann Oberth Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Căpâlna de Jos
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficiul Poștal Jidvei |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Căpâlna de Jos
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alsókápolna Gorog Katolikus Templom | |
| Biserica Sfântul Ilie | |
| Biserica Unitariană |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Căpâlna de Jos
What is the population of Căpâlna de Jos?
Căpâlna de Jos has a population of 913 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 58.0 square miles.
Is Căpâlna de Jos 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 de Jos?
Căpâlna de Jos has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.0 inches, with 25.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Căpâlna de Jos?
There are 27 business establishments in the area.