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Lechința, Romania

Mureș County · Romania

Lechința is a small town in Mureș County, Romania with a population of 742. Elevation: 919 ft (280 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
742 Population 12/sq mi density
919 ft Elevation 280 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
26.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$20,412 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$20,412 median income

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About Lechința

Lechința

Lechința is a commune in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of seven villages: Bungard, Chiraleș, Lechința, Sângeorzu Nou, Sâniacob, Țigău, and Vermeș ;

People

Population742
Density12/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,412

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation919 ft (280 m)
Population742
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation919 ft (280 m)
Coordinates46.4741°, 24.2286°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMureș County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (678 mm)
Annual Snowfall17.1 inches (43 cm)
Median Household Income$20,412

About Lechința

Lechința is a small town in Romania (Mureș County) with a population of 742. The city sits at an elevation of 919 feet (280 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.

The median household income in Lechința is $20,412, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 22 business establishments.

Income: Lechința vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$20,412
73% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Lechința experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 267 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 919 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below Romania avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation919 ft (280 m)
Area60.5 sq mi (156.6 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates46.4741°N, 24.2286°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.7"
30% below Romania avg
Snowfall 17.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Sep 8, 2013.

Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 143 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 142 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 148 km
Jan 28, 1995 14 km NW of Dâmbovicioara, Romania M3.8 123 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 140 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 134 km
May 7, 1993 4 km SW of ?inca Veche, Romania M3.6 107 km
Feb 1, 2005 5 km SSE of ?imon, Romania M3.5 146 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 98 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 96 km
Mar 30, 2008 4 km SSE of Corbi, Romania M2.8 144 km
Jun 8, 2006 4 km NE of C?p??ânenii P?mânteni, Romania M2.5 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.0 in
April 49°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) 3.3 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.4 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 29°F (-1°C) 1.4 in Coldest

Lechința has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 29°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Lechința

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Marosvásárhelyi Rádió MP3 128 kbps
Vocea Credinței crestin, religios MP3 128 kbps
Blaj Radio catolic, religios MP3 128 kbps
Radio Domeldo Movie MP3 256 kbps
Radio România Târgu Mureș - Marosvásárhelyi Rádió Románia MP3 128 kbps
Son Radio -Târgu Mureș 105.6 FM hits, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Son Radio -Reghin 87.8 FM hits, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Transilvania -statia Mediaș 97.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Transylvania -Hits dance, hits MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Turda 89.9 FM local, local news MP3 160 kbps
Radio Turda MP3 160 kbps
Radio Turda 107.7 FM local, mix MP3 160 kbps
Rádio Koko MP3 128 kbps
Rádió GaGa Marosszék local news, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
Radio Gaga MP3 128 kbps
Székely Rádió Gyergyói etnic, local news MP3 96 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

Museums in Lechința

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Castelul Bánffy
Castelul Ugron
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Târnăveni City Museum

Libraries in Lechința

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Orășenească Iernut0.0
Biblioteca Școlii Generale0.0

Farmers Markets in Lechința

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Interdax SRL
Piața de legume și fructe
Piața de Zi
Piața de zi
Piața Târnăveni
Weekly Market

Ski Resorts Near Lechința

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pârtia de schi Cocoș Bistrița 0.0 $0

Airports Near Lechința

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge Airport
Sibiu International AirportSBZLarge Airport
Câmpia Turzii Air BaseMedium Airport
Târgu Mureş Transilvania International AirportTGMMedium Airport
Bistrița AirfieldSmall Airport
Dezmir AirfieldSmall Airport
Elie Carafoli Sport AirfieldSmall Airport
Ghindari AirfieldSmall Airport
Luncani AirfieldSmall Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Mediaș (Flamingo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Ruck Ventilatoare private airstripSmall Airport
Sălicea AirfieldSmall Airport
Salonti AirstripSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lechința

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Greco Catolică
Biserica Ortodoxă

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1269
Postal Code
545103

🇷🇴 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 Lechința

What is the population of Lechința?

Lechința has a population of 742 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 60.5 square miles.

Is Lechința expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,412, 73% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Lechința?

Lechința 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 Lechința?

There are 22 business establishments in the area.

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