Malaia, Romania
Vâlcea County · Romania
Malaia is a small town in Vâlcea County, Romania with a population of 992. Elevation: 1,634 ft (498 m). Average temperature: 42°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 Malaia
Malaia is a commune in Vâlcea County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of three villages: Malaia, Ciungetu, and Săliștea.
People
Climate
| Population | 992 |
| Population Density | 41 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,634 ft (498 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.3500°, 24.0333° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Vâlcea County |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.6 inches (777 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.9 inches (20 cm) |
About Malaia
Malaia is a small town in Romania (Vâlcea County) with a population of 992. The city sits at an elevation of 1,634 feet (498 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,634 ft (498 m) |
| Area | 24.0 sq mi (62.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.3500°N, 24.0333°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.7 in |
Malaia has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 25°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (1.4").
Schools in Malaia
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Mălaia | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Malaia
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eveniment FM Sibiu 103.2 | dance, house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| METRONOM FM | - | OGG 128 kbps | |
| gofm.ro | chansons françaises, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| goFM | top hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sibiu Radio -Sibiu 91.1 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Malaia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bistrita Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Casa Memorială IG Duca | ||||
| Expoziție etnografică | ||||
| Horezu Contemporary Folk Art Gallery | ||||
| Hurezi Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Relicvariul Schitului Pătrunsa | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum Collection |
Libraries in Malaia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunală Bodești | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Orășenească "Ada Orleanu" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Malaia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața agroalimentară Horezu | |||||
| Piața Agroalimentară Pietrari | |||||
| Piața Băile Olănești | |||||
| Piața de legume | |||||
| Tarabe |
Hotels in Malaia
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Malaia
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Malaia
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parâng | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Vidra | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Arena Platoș | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Malaia
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sibiu International Airport | SBZ | Large Airport |
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Măgura Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Salonti Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sibiu Hermann Oberth Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Malaia
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Ortodoxă Mălaia (1934) | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Săliștea (1919) | |
| Mânăstirea Mălaia | |
| Mănăstirea Mălaia |
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Waterfalls Near Malaia
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Malaia.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Cascada Scorușul | Height: 4 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Malaia
What is the population of Malaia?
Malaia has a population of 992 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 24.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Malaia?
Malaia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.6 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow.
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