Drighiu, Romania

Sălaj County · Romania

Drighiu is a small town in Sălaj County, Romania with a population of 327. Elevation: 873 ft (266 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

327 Population 14/sq mi density
873 ft Elevation 266 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
42.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone

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About Drighiu

The Drighiu is a left tributary of the river Valea Mare in Romania. It flows into the Valea Mare near Bozieș. Its length is 16 km (9.9 mi) and its basin size is 41 km2 (16 sq mi).

People

Population327
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Population327
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Coordinates47.1629°, 22.6498°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceSălaj County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation42.5 inches (1,081 mm)
Annual Snowfall54.4 inches (138 cm)

About Drighiu

Drighiu is a small town in Romania (Sălaj County) with a population of 327. The city sits at an elevation of 873 feet (266 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

Drighiu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. The area receives 54.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 873 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below Romania avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Geography

Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Area23.2 sq mi (60.1 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates47.1629°N, 22.6498°E
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.5"
12% above Romania avg
Snowfall 54.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 143 km
Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 136 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 113 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 128 km
Jul 1, 2003 8 km SSW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.2 148 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 57 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 100 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 39 km
Feb 2, 2006 4 km NW of Vészt?, Hungary M2.8 111 km
Feb 11, 2002 3 km NW of Egyek, Hungary M2.8 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
November 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Drighiu has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 30°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Drighiu

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Transilvania -statia Beiuș 88.0 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 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 Drighiu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Octavian Goga" Memorial Museum
Casa Memorială „Iuliu Maniu”
Casa Proverbelor
Colecție Sătească
Huta Slavia Museum
Muzeul Memorial al Holocaustului din Nordul Transilvaniei

Farmers Markets in Drighiu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Șimleul Silvaniei
Târgul de la Negreni

Stadiums & Teams in Drighiu

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Drighiu

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Buscat Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pârtiile Mărișel 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Drighiu

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

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1216
Postal Code
457163

🇷🇴 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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What is the population of Drighiu?

Drighiu has a population of 327 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 23.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Drighiu?

Drighiu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 42.5 inches, with 54.4 inches of snow.

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