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Caraclău, Romania

Bacău County · Romania

Caraclău is a small town in Bacău County, Romania with a population of 1,225. Elevation: 906 ft (276 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

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C+ Fair
1,225 Population 37/sq mi density
906 ft Elevation 276 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
24.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 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
$18,468 median income

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About Caraclău

The Caraclău is a left tributary of the river Trotuș in Romania. It discharges into the Trotuș near Onești. Its length is 15 km (9.3 mi) and its basin size is 26 km2 (10 sq mi).

People

Population1,225
Density37/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation906 ft (276 m)
Population1,225
Population Density37 / sq mi
Elevation906 ft (276 m)
Coordinates46.3070°, 26.7164°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBacău County
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (618 mm)
Annual Snowfall35.7 inches (91 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Caraclău

Caraclău is a small town in Romania (Bacău County) with a population of 1,225. The city sits at an elevation of 906 feet (276 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Caraclău is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 37 business establishments.

Income: Caraclău vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Caraclău experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 35.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 906 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below Romania avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation906 ft (276 m)
Area32.8 sq mi (84.8 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates46.3070°N, 26.7164°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.3"
36% below Romania avg
Snowfall 35.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.31"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

427 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

May 30, 1990 5 km W of Nistore?ti, Romania M7.0 52 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 55 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 65 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 102 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 62 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 68 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 73 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 71 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 64 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 84 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 89 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 73 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 73 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 66 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 66 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 76 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 76 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 74 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 83 km
Jan 31, 2020 5 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 31°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
April 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.3 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Caraclău has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 31°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Caraclău

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Moinesti FM dance, pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Caraclău

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Gheorghe Grigore Caitar" Ethnographic Collection
"Magura" Museum
"Rosetti Tescanu - George Enescu" Memorial House
City History Museum
George Calinescu Exhibition
Helegiu Museum
History Museum
Religious Art and Culture Museum

Libraries in Caraclău

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipală0.0
Biblioteca Municipală Radu Rosetti0.0
Vasile Alecsandri Universtity from Bacau Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Caraclău

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market Denisa
Milcov Marketplace Bacău
Mocanasu
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Onești
Piața Găzărie
Piața Moinești
Piata Sud

Stadiums & Teams in Caraclău

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Ski Resorts Near Caraclău

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pârtia Oprea - Valea Mare 0.0 $0

Airports Near Caraclău

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacău George Enescu International AirportBCMLarge Airport
Aerodromul GirovSmall Airport
Dumbrava Roșie AirfieldSmall Airport
Mărgineni AirfieldSmall Airport
Onesti AirifeldSmall Airport
Sarata AirfieldSmall Airport
Viișoara AirfieldSmall Airport
Zanesti AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
231 m (758 ft)
Postal Code
607631

🇷🇴 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 Caraclău

What is the population of Caraclău?

Caraclău has a population of 1,225 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 32.8 square miles.

Is Caraclău 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 Caraclău?

Caraclău has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 35.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Caraclău?

There are 37 business establishments in the area.

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