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Muntele Rece, Romania

Cluj County · Romania

Muntele Rece is a small town in Cluj County, Romania with a population of 645. Elevation: 3,507 ft (1,069 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
645 Population 10/sq mi density
3,507 ft Elevation 1,069 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
37.3 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
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$20,412 median income

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About Muntele Rece

Muntele Rece

Măguri-Răcătău is a commune in Cluj County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of three villages: Măguri (Szamosfő), Măguri-Răcătău, and Muntele Rece (Hideghavas).

People

Population645
Density10/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,412

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation3,507 ft (1,069 m)
Population645
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation3,507 ft (1,069 m)
Coordinates46.6450°, 23.2846°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceCluj County
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation37.3 inches (948 mm)
Annual Snowfall45.3 inches (115 cm)
Median Household Income$20,412

About Muntele Rece

Muntele Rece is a small town in Romania (Cluj County) with a population of 645. The city sits at an elevation of 3,507 feet (1,069 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Muntele Rece is $20,412, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: Muntele Rece vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Muntele Rece experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 277 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 37.3 inches. The area receives 45.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 3,507 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below Romania avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,507 ft (1,069 m)
Area63.1 sq mi (163.4 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates46.6450°N, 23.2846°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.3"
2% below Romania avg
Snowfall 45.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.20"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 120 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 149 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 121 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 124 km
Dec 18, 1991 5 km NNW of Brestov??, Romania M3.9 149 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 23 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 90 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in Driest
February 24°F (-4°C) 1.7 in Coldest
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
May 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in
June 53°F (12°C) 5.2 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 4.4 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
September 49°F (9°C) 2.7 in
October 42°F (5°C) 2.2 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 2.1 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 2.2 in

Muntele Rece has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 24°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Muntele Rece

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Pescobar Radio afro house, chill MP3 128 kbps
EBS Radio adult contemporary, top hits AAC 96 kbps
Radio Domeldo Movie MP3 256 kbps
Replica Radio disco, folk MP3 128 kbps
Gherla FM 90s, eurodance MP3 128 kbps
ZC Radio (Ziua de Cluj) MP3 128 kbps
UBB Radio -Universitatea Babeș Bolyai Cluj Napoca adult contemporary, news MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Turda 89.9 FM local, local news MP3 160 kbps
Transylvania -Hits dance, hits MP3 128 kbps
Squad Radio alternative, news MP3 192 kbps
Radio Domeldo Live MP3 256 kbps
Transilvania -statia Cluj Napoca 94.5 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Valori Românești Radio 00's, 70's MP3 128 kbps
Untold Radio clubbing, dance MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Muntele Rece

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Kelemen Ana" Museum
"Valer Butură" Ethnographic Exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Leonida Truță Water Museum
Leonida Truță Water Museum
Muzeul Bivolului din Mera
Muzeul Etnografic Mera

Libraries in Muntele Rece

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunal Poșaga de Jos0.0

Farmers Markets in Muntele Rece

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară Florești
Piata agroalimentara Iara
Piața Iara
Târgul de Mașini

Stadiums & Teams in Muntele Rece

TeamLeagueDivision
Stadionul Comunal

Ski Resorts Near Muntele Rece

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Muntele Rece

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge Airport
Câmpia Turzii Air BaseMedium Airport
Crasna Deltafly AirfieldSmall Airport
Dezmir AirfieldSmall Airport
Luncani AirfieldSmall Airport
Poieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Sălicea AirfieldSmall Airport
Salonti AirstripSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Muntele Rece

8 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cabinet de pediatrie
Centrul Medical Florești
Centrul Medical Mimed
Dispensar
Giro
IQ-Med
Regina Maria
Synevo

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
354 m (1,161 ft)
Founded
1417
Postal Code
407585

🇷🇴 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 Muntele Rece

What is the population of Muntele Rece?

Muntele Rece has a population of 645 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 63.1 square miles.

Is Muntele Rece 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 Muntele Rece?

Muntele Rece has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.3 inches, with 45.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Muntele Rece?

There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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