Leşu, Romania
Bistrița-Năsăud County · Romania
Leşu is a small town in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Romania with a population of 1,528. Elevation: 1,909 ft (582 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Leşu
Leșu is a commune in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of two villages, Leșu and Lunca Leșului.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,528 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,909 ft (582 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.3167°, 24.7500° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Bistrița-Năsăud County |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.2 inches (766 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.1 inches (20 cm) |
About Leşu
Leşu is a small town in Romania (Bistrița-Năsăud County) with a population of 1,528. The city sits at an elevation of 1,909 feet (582 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.9°F |
| 21% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,909 ft (582 m) |
| Area | 70.2 sq mi (181.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3167°N, 24.7500°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | 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 | 61°F (16°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 |
Leşu has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 24°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near Leşu
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| radio SOMEȘ | populară | AAC+ 64 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 Leşu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual 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 |
Farmers Markets in Leşu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piață |
Stadiums & Teams in Leşu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Leşu
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 Leşu
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bistrița Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Floreni Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Remetea Airifeld | - | Small Airport |
| Rona de Sus Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Leşu
What is the population of Leşu?
Leşu has a population of 1,528 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 70.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Leşu?
Leşu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow.
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