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Criștelec, Romania
Sălaj County · Romania
Criștelec is a small town in Sălaj County, Romania with a population of 659. Elevation: 666 ft (203 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Criștelec
Măeriște is a commune located in Sălaj County, Crișana, Romania. It is composed of six villages: Criștelec (Kerestelek), Doh (Doh), Giurtelecu Șimleului (Somlyógyőrtelek), Măeriște, Mălădia (Maladé), and Uileacu Șimleului (Somlyóújlak).
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 659 |
| Population Density | 24 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 666 ft (203 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.2638°, 22.7232° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Sălaj County |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.5 inches (901 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 16.3 inches (41 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,256 |
About Criștelec
Criștelec is a small town in Romania (Sălaj County) with a population of 659. The city sits at an elevation of 666 feet (203 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.
Income: Criștelec vs Romania
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Income
| Median HH Income | $14,256 |
| 81% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 20 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.6°F |
| 1% above Romania avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 666 ft (203 m) |
| Area | 27.9 sq mi (72.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.2638°N, 22.7232°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 1.6 in | |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Criștelec has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 32°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.4").
Radio Stations near Criștelec
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transilvania -statia Carei 95.2 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Zalău 94.6 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Aleșd 95.8 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Criștelec
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Sipos László" Hungarian Ethnographic Museum of Bogdand | ||||
| Casa Memorială „Iuliu Maniu” | ||||
| Casa Memorială Simion Bărnuțiu | ||||
| Colecție Sătească | ||||
| Huta Slavia Museum | ||||
| Muzeul Memorial al Holocaustului din Nordul Transilvaniei | ||||
| Town Museum |
Libraries in Criștelec
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Orasaneasca Tasnad | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Scolii | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Criștelec
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Agroalimentară | |||||
| Piata sezoniera | |||||
| Piața Șimleul Silvaniei |
Stadiums & Teams in Criștelec
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Criștelec
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pârtiile Mărișel | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Criștelec
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maramureș International Airport | BAY | Medium Airport |
| Satu Mare International Airport | SUJ | Medium 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 Criștelec
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Ortodoxă Criștelec |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Criștelec
What is the population of Criștelec?
Criștelec has a population of 659 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 27.9 square miles.
Is Criștelec 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 Criștelec?
Criștelec 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 Criștelec?
There are 20 business establishments in the area.