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Josenii Bârgăului, Romania

Bistrița-Năsăud County · Romania

Josenii Bârgăului is a small city in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Romania with a population of 5,006. Elevation: 1,532 ft (467 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,006 Population 205/sq mi density
1,532 ft Elevation 467 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Josenii Bârgăului

Josenii Bârgăului

Josenii Bârgăului is a commune in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of four villages: Josenii Bârgăului, Mijlocenii Bârgăului (Középborgó), Rusu Bârgăului (Oroszborgó), and Strâmba (Dornavölgyitelep).

People

Population5,006
Density205/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,532 ft (467 m)
Population5,006
Population Density205 / sq mi
Elevation1,532 ft (467 m)
Coordinates47.2167°, 24.6833°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBistrița-Năsăud County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (823 mm)
Annual Snowfall27.1 inches (69 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Josenii Bârgăului

Josenii Bârgăului is a small city in Romania (Bistrița-Năsăud County) with a population of 5,006. The city sits at an elevation of 1,532 feet (467 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.

The median household income in Josenii Bârgăului is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 150 business establishments.

Income: Josenii Bârgăului vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$18,468
75% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)150

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Josenii Bârgăului

Josenii Bârgăului 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -2.2°C / 28°F -5.7° / 1.2° 42.9
Feb -0.5°C / 31°F -4.7° / 3.8° 40.0
Mar 4.4°C / 40°F -0.8° / 9.7° 43.7
Apr 10.2°C / 50°F 4.1° / 16.4° 50.6
May 15°C / 59°F 8.6° / 21.3° 81.5
Jun 18.8°C / 66°F 12.4° / 25.1° 86.0
Jul 20.4°C / 69°F 13.9° / 26.9° 91.0
Aug 20.3°C / 69°F 13.4° / 27.2° 64.5
Sep 15.4°C / 60°F 9.1° / 21.6° 66.3
Oct 10.2°C / 50°F 4.3° / 16° 54.1
Nov 4.8°C / 41°F 0.1° / 9.5° 44.1
Dec -0.8°C / 31°F -4.3° / 2.6° 51.9
Josenii Bârgăului experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. The area receives 27.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,532 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below Romania avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,532 ft (467 m)
Area24.5 sq mi (63.4 km²)
Population Density205/sq mi
Coordinates47.2167°N, 24.6833°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below Romania avg
Snowfall 27.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Jul 19, 2015.

Jun 24, 2011 3 km SE of Ostra, Romania M4.4 87 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 124 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 48 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 140 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.6 in
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 33°F (1°C) 1.5 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
May 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
June 58°F (14°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.8 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 1.9 in

Josenii Bârgăului has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 26°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Josenii Bârgăului

4 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
Someș Radio -Bistrițai 96.6 FM local news, local radio AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Josenii Bârgăului

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Saxon House" Museum
"The Dreams Nest" Museum
Bistrita-Nasaud Museum Complex
Comparative Art Museum
Ethnographic and Mining Museum of Rodna
Museum of Poiana Ilvei
Secerului Valley Museum Corner

Libraries in Josenii Bârgăului

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Librăria Isaharus0.0

Farmers Markets in Josenii Bârgăului

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piață
Piața Agroalimentară Decebal
Târg

Stadiums & Teams in Josenii Bârgăului

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Josenii Bârgăului

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Bogdan 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Havas Bucsin 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Havas Bucsin 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Bujdosó 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Pârtia de schi Toplița 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Pârtia de schi Cocoș Bistrița 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Josenii Bârgăului

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Târgu Mureş Transilvania International AirportTGMMedium Airport
Bistrița Airfield—Small Airport
Elie Carafoli Sport Airfield—Small Airport
Floreni Airfield—Small Airport
Ghindari Airfield—Small Airport
Remetea Airifeld—Small Airport
Rona de Sus Airfield—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Josenii Bârgăului

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mânăstirea Strâmba

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
468 m (1,536 ft)
Founded
1547
Postal Code
427100

🇷🇴 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 Josenii Bârgăului

What is the population of Josenii Bârgăului?

Josenii Bârgăului has a population of 5,006 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 205 people per square mile, spread across 24.5 square miles.

Is Josenii Bârgăului 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 Josenii Bârgăului?

Josenii Bârgăului 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 Josenii Bârgăului?

There are 150 business establishments in the area.

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