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Cavnic, Romania

Maramureş · Romania

Cavnic is a small city in Maramureş, Romania with a population of 5,072. Elevation: 2,818 ft (859 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,072 Population 394/sq mi density
2,818 ft Elevation 859 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Cavnic

Cavnic

Cavnic is a former mining town located in the valley of the river Cavnic, 26 km (16 mi) east of Baia Mare, in Maramureș County, northern Romania. Part of the Baia Mare metropolitan area, the town covers 47.17 km2 (18 sq mi), at altitudes ranging from 500 to 1,050 m above sea level.

People

Population5,072
Density394/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation2,818 ft (859 m)
Population5,072
Population Density394 / sq mi
Elevation2,818 ft (859 m)
Coordinates47.6667°, 23.8667°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMaramureş
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,283 mm)
Annual Snowfall59.3 inches (151 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Cavnic

Cavnic is a small city in Romania (Maramureş) with a population of 5,072. The city sits at an elevation of 2,818 feet (859 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Cavnic is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 152 business establishments.

Income: Cavnic vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)152

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cavnic experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 2,818 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below Romania avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,818 ft (859 m)
Area12.9 sq mi (33.4 km²)
Population Density394/sq mi
Coordinates47.6667°N, 23.8667°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above Romania avg
Snowfall 59.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.96"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 3, 2023.

Oct 2, 2011 10 km NE of Synevyrska Poliana, Ukraine M4.7 110 km
Jun 24, 2011 3 km SE of Ostra, Romania M4.4 149 km
Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 92 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 83 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 50 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 100 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 125 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 40 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.1 in
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 35°F (2°C) 2.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 5.0 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
October 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.5 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.6 in Coldest

Cavnic has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 28°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Cavnic

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala nr. 2 Cavnic
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Radio Stations near Cavnic

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Vis de Taină acoustic, ambient MP3 128 kbps
Radio Romania Sighet etnic, local news MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Beclean 91.5 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Transilvania -statia Baia Mare 106.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Sighet FM talk MP3 128 kbps
Sighet FM -Sighetu Marmației 89.3 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Cavnic

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Bishop Gavril de Barsana" Museum of Icons and Rare Books
"Dr. Vasile Lucaciu" Museum and Monumental Group
Ilie Lazar Memorial House
Muzeul Rapsodului Popular Grigore Leșe
Rogoz Ethnographic Museum
Village Museum Collection

Libraries in Cavnic

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca comunală0.0
Biblioteca Orășenească Baia Sprie0.0

Farmers Markets in Cavnic

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Baia Sprie

Hotels in Cavnic

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabana Filip
El Stefano Srl
Hotal Mandela
Hotel Resort
Pensiunea Elisabeta
SuperSki

Restaurants in Cavnic

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coliba Dacilor
SuperSki

Banks in Cavnic

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CEC Bank

Ski Resorts Near Cavnic

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pârtia de schi Cocoș Bistrița 0.0 $0
Pârtiile Roata 0.0 $0
Șuior 0.0 $0
Drahobrat 0.0 $0
Буковель 0.0 $0

Airports Near Cavnic

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Maramureș International AirportBAYMedium Airport
Aerodrom Baia MareSmall Airport
Bistrița AirfieldSmall Airport
Copalnic-Manastur AirfieldSmall Airport
Mujdeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Rona de Sus AirfieldSmall Airport
Săcălășeni AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Cavnic

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Oficiul Postal Cavnic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cavnic

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica catolică Sfânta Maria
Biserica Ortodoxă
Biserica ortodoxă Nașterea Maicii Domnului - Cavnic
Biserica Romano-Catolică

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Area
47.2 km² (18.2 mi²)
Founded
1336
Postal Code
435000
Mayor
Vladimir Petruț
Website
cavnic.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 Cavnic

What is the population of Cavnic?

Cavnic has a population of 5,072 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 394 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles.

Is Cavnic 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 Cavnic?

Cavnic has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches, with 59.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cavnic?

There are 152 business establishments in the area.

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