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Cehal, Romania

Satu Mare County · Romania

Cehal is a small town in Satu Mare County, Romania with a population of 1,976. Elevation: 748 ft (228 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,976 Population 42/sq mi density
748 ft Elevation 228 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
35.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$15,336 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$15,336 median income

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About Cehal

Cehal

Cehal is a commune situated in Satu Mare County, Crișana, Romania. It is composed of three villages: Cehal, Cehăluț, and Orbău (Tasnádorbó).

People

Population1,976
Density42/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$15,336

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Population1,976
Population Density42 / sq mi
Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Coordinates47.3833°, 22.6000°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceSatu Mare County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation35.5 inches (901 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.3 inches (41 cm)
Median Household Income$15,336

About Cehal

Cehal is a small town in Romania (Satu Mare County) with a population of 1,976. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet (228 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Cehal is $15,336, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 59 business establishments.

Income: Cehal vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$15,336
80% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cehal experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. The area receives 16.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above Romania avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Area47.4 sq mi (122.7 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates47.3833°N, 22.6000°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.5"
7% below Romania avg
Snowfall 16.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 113 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 90 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 112 km
Jul 13, 2003 7 km WNW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.4 143 km
Jul 1, 2003 8 km SSW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.2 135 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 81 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 102 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 59 km
Feb 2, 2006 4 km NW of Vészt?, Hungary M2.8 115 km
Feb 11, 2002 3 km NW of Egyek, Hungary M2.8 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in
February 33°F (0°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Cehal has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 32°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.4").

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Radio Stations near Cehal

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Transilvania -statia Carei 95.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
City Rádió - MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Zalău 94.6 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Satu Mare 99.0 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Transilvania -statia Aleșd 95.8 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Cehal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ady Endre Memorial Museum
Casa Memorială „Iuliu Maniu”
Huta Slavia Museum
Muzeul Memorial al Holocaustului din Nordul Transilvaniei
Swabian Museum
Town Museum

Libraries in Cehal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunală Pir0.0
Biblioteca Orasaneasca Tasnad0.0
Biblioteca Scolii0.0

Farmers Markets in Cehal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piata sezoniera
Piața Șimleul Silvaniei

Airports Near Cehal

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Oradea International AirportOMRLarge Airport
Satu Mare International AirportSUJMedium Airport
Crasna Deltafly Airfield-Small Airport
Ineu King's Land Airfield-Small Airport
Laci Oros Airfield-Small Airport
Mihăieni Airfield-Small Airport
Mujdeni Airfield-Small Airport
Poieni Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cehal

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Orbău

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1954
Postal Code
417062

🇷🇴 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 Cehal

What is the population of Cehal?

Cehal has a population of 1,976 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 47.4 square miles.

Is Cehal expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,336, 80% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Cehal?

Cehal has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches, with 16.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cehal?

There are 59 business establishments in the area.

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