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Gâlgău, Romania

Sălaj County · Romania

Gâlgău is a small town in Sălaj County, Romania with a population of 838. Elevation: 728 ft (222 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
838 Population 19/sq mi density
728 ft Elevation 222 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$14,256 median income

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About Gâlgău

Gâlgău

Gâlgău is a commune located in Sălaj County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of nine villages: Bârsău Mare (Nagyborszó), Căpâlna (Csicsókápolna), Chizeni (Közfalu), Dobrocina (Döbörcsény), Fodora (Oláhfodorháza), Frâncenii de Piatră (Kőfrinkfalva), Gâlgău, Glod (Szamossósmező) and Gura Vlădesei (Vlegyászatanya). In 2011 the total population was 2456.

People

Population838
Density19/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Population838
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Coordinates47.2818°, 23.7016°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceSălaj County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation45.0 inches (1,143 mm)
Annual Snowfall32.6 inches (83 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Gâlgău

Gâlgău is a small town in Romania (Sălaj County) with a population of 838. The city sits at an elevation of 728 feet (222 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Gâlgău is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 25 business establishments.

Income: Gâlgău vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$14,256
81% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Gâlgău experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. The area receives 32.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 728 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Area44.0 sq mi (114.0 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates47.2818°N, 23.7016°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.0"
18% above Romania avg
Snowfall 32.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 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 M4.3 124 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 109 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 91 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 113 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 83 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 19 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.6 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.0 in Coldest

Gâlgău has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 30°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Gâlgău

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Generală Gâlgău
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Radio Stations near Gâlgău

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Vis de Taină acoustic, ambient MP3 128 kbps
Stil FM -Dej 106.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Beclean 91.5 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Transilvania -statia Baia Mare 106.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Gâlgău

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dej City Museum
Muzeul Rapsodului Popular Grigore Leșe
Punct Muzeal
Rogoz Ethnographic Museum
Rohia Monastery Museum Collection

Libraries in Gâlgău

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dej Municipal Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Gâlgău

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața agroalimentară Dej
Piața Dealul Florilor

Train Stations in Gâlgău

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gâlgău

Gas Stations in Gâlgău

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

partener Rompetrol

Stadiums & Teams in Gâlgău

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Ski Resorts Near Gâlgău

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pârtiile Mărișel 0.0 $0
Pârtiile Roata 0.0 $0
Șuior 0.0 $0

Airports Near Gâlgău

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge Airport
Maramureș International AirportBAYMedium Airport
Aerodrom Baia MareSmall Airport
Copalnic-Manastur AirfieldSmall Airport
Dezmir AirfieldSmall Airport
Mujdeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Rona de Sus AirfieldSmall Airport
Săcălășeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Sălicea AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gâlgău

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Greco Catolică
Biserica Maicii Domnului
Biserica Mihail și Gavril
Biserica Ortodoxă
Biserica Pogorârea Sfântului Duh

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
224 m (735 ft)
Founded
1405
Postal Code
457140
Website
ghidulprimariilor.ro/business.php/PRIMARIA-GALGAU/201656

🇷🇴 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 Gâlgău

What is the population of Gâlgău?

Gâlgău has a population of 838 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 44.0 square miles.

Is Gâlgău 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 Gâlgău?

Gâlgău has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches, with 32.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gâlgău?

There are 25 business establishments in the area.

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