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Chiraleș, Romania
Bistrița-Năsăud County · Romania
Chiraleș is a small town in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Romania with a population of 517. Elevation: 945 ft (288 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chiraleș
Lechința is a commune in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of seven villages: Bungard, Chiraleș, Lechința, Sângeorzu Nou, Sâniacob, Țigău, and Vermeș ;
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 517 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 945 ft (288 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.0879°, 24.3160° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Bistrița-Năsăud County |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.4 inches (823 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 27.1 inches (69 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,468 |
About Chiraleș
Chiraleș is a small town in Romania (Bistrița-Năsăud County) with a population of 517. The city sits at an elevation of 945 feet (288 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Chiraleș vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,468 |
| 75% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 16 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Chiraleș
Chiraleș has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 717 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 945 ft (288 m) |
| Area | 66.2 sq mi (171.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.0879°N, 24.3160°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
Chiraleș has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 29°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Chiraleș
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| radio SOMEȘ | populară | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Son Radio -Reghin 87.8 FM | hits, local radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Transilvania statia Bistrița 94.1 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Stil FM -Dej 106.1 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Someș Radio -Bistrițai 96.6 FM | local news, local radio | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Beclean 91.5 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Chiraleș
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Liviu Rebreanu" Memorial Museum | ||||
| Beclean Orthodox Archpriest District Museum | ||||
| Bistrita-Nasaud Museum Complex | ||||
| Casa Memorială Liviu Rebreanu | ||||
| Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Hunting House Museum | ||||
| Nasaud Border Museum |
Libraries in Chiraleș
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisc Păcurariu | 0.0 | |||||
| Librăria Isaharus | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chiraleș
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piață | |||||
| Piața Agroalimentară | |||||
| Piața Agroalimentară Decebal | |||||
| Piata Nasaud |
Stadiums & Teams in Chiraleș
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Chiraleș
3 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 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Chiraleș
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport | CLJ | Large Airport |
| Câmpia Turzii Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Târgu Mureş Transilvania International Airport | TGM | Medium Airport |
| Bistrița Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Copalnic-Manastur Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dezmir Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Elie Carafoli Sport Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ghindari Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Luncani Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chiraleș
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Evanghelică |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Chiraleș
What is the population of Chiraleș?
Chiraleș has a population of 517 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 66.2 square miles.
Is Chiraleș 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 Chiraleș?
Chiraleș has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches, with 27.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Chiraleș?
There are 16 business establishments in the area.