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Fărău, Romania
Alba County · Romania
Fărău is a small town in Alba County, Romania with a population of 1,866. Elevation: 1,037 ft (316 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Fărău
Fărău is a commune located in northeastern part of Alba County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Fărău, Heria (Hari), Medveș (Nagymedvés), Sânbenedic (Magyarszentbenedek) and Șilea (Magyarsülye).
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,866 |
| Population Density | 32 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,037 ft (316 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.3333°, 24.0167° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Alba County |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.7 inches (678 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 17.1 inches (43 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,256 |
About Fărău
Fărău is a small town in Romania (Alba County) with a population of 1,866. The city sits at an elevation of 1,037 feet (316 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Fărău vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,256 |
| 81% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 56 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,037 ft (316 m) |
| Area | 58.0 sq mi (150.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.3333°N, 24.0167°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
Fărău has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 30°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.0").
Radio Stations near Fărău
23 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pescobar Radio | afro house, chill | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EBS Radio | adult contemporary, top hits | AAC 96 kbps | |
| UBB Radio -Universitatea Babeș Bolyai Cluj Napoca | adult contemporary, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Vocea Credinței | crestin, religios | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Blaj Radio | catolic, religios | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ZC Radio (Ziua de Cluj) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Domeldo Movie | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Gherla FM | 90s, eurodance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Replica Radio | disco, folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Turda 89.9 FM | local, local news | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Untold Radio | clubbing, dance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Valori Românești Radio | 00's, 70's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Cluj Napoca 94.5 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Domeldo Live | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Transylvania -Hits | dance, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DejaVuMusic | dance, hits | MP3 | |
| Radio Turda | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Turda 107.7 FM | local, mix | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Son Radio -Luduș 94.2 FM | hits, local radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Luduș 100.4 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Mediaș 97.2 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| RadioReintregirea Alba Iulia | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Reîntregirea | religious | MP3 |
Museums in Fărău
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Augustin Bunea" History Museum | ||||
| Biserica de lemn "Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gavriil" | ||||
| Castelul Bánffy | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic Museum of Aries Valley, Octavian Pacurar Cultural Association | ||||
| Greek-Catholic Bishopric Museum | ||||
| History Museum | ||||
| Muzeul Etnografic Casa de Paie | ||||
| Muzeul Sătesc Boian | ||||
| Prima școala românească din Câmpia Turzii |
Libraries in Fărău
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunal Sâncel | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipală | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipală "Teodor Murășanu" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Orășenească Iernut | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Școlii Generale | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fărău
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interdax SRL | |||||
| Piața Agro-alimentara | |||||
| Piața agroalimentară Micro III | |||||
| Piață agroalimentară Turda | |||||
| Piața Centrală | |||||
| Piața centrală agroalimentară | |||||
| Piața de legume și fructe | |||||
| Piața de Zi | |||||
| Piața de zi | |||||
| Piața Gara | |||||
| Piața Mureșului | |||||
| Piata Unirii | |||||
| Târg Câmpia Turzii | |||||
| Weekly Market |
Breweries in Fărău
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player One Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Fărău
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Fărău
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Arena Platoș | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Fărău
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport | CLJ | Large Airport |
| Sibiu International Airport | SBZ | Large Airport |
| Câmpia Turzii Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Târgu Mureş Transilvania International Airport | TGM | Medium Airport |
| Dezmir Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elie Carafoli Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Luncani Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Măgura Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mediaș (Flamingo) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ruck Ventilatoare private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sălicea Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Salonti Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sibiu Hermann Oberth Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fărău
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| biserica de lemn fărău | |
| Biserica de lemn Valea Sasului | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Alecuș | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Fărău | |
| Biserica Reformată | |
| Biserica Sânbenedic | |
| Biserica Schimbarea la Față | |
| Magyarforró Gorog Katolikus Templom | |
| Magyarszentbenedek Orthodox Templom | |
| Magyarszentbenedek Reformatus Templom | |
| Magyarszentbenedek Unitarius Templom | |
| Mănăstirea Fărău | |
| Nagymedvés Reformatus Templom | |
| Schitul Fărău-Șilea |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Fărău
What is the population of Fărău?
Fărău has a population of 1,866 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 58.0 square miles.
Is Fărău 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 Fărău?
Fărău has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches, with 17.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Fărău?
There are 56 business establishments in the area.