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Orheiu Bistriței, Romania

Bistrița-Năsăud County · Romania

Orheiu Bistriței is a small town in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Romania with a population of 644. Elevation: 1,302 ft (397 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
644 Population 12/sq mi density
1,302 ft Elevation 397 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
C+
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 Orheiu Bistriței

Orheiu Bistriței

Cetate is a commune in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of three villages: Orheiu Bistriței, Petriș, and the commune center, Satu Nou. It also included three other villages until 2002, when they were split off to form Dumitrița Commune.

People

Population644
Density12/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)
Population644
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)
Coordinates47.0963°, 24.5947°
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 Orheiu Bistriței

Orheiu Bistriței is a small town in Romania (Bistrița-Năsăud County) with a population of 644. The city sits at an elevation of 1,302 feet (397 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 Orheiu Bistriței is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: Orheiu Bistriței vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Orheiu Bistriței

Orheiu Bistriței 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
Orheiu Bistriței 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 1,302 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

Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)
Area55.2 sq mi (143.0 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates47.0963°N, 24.5947°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below Romania avg
Snowfall 27.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.14"

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 97 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 132 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 62 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 128 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.6 in
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 56°F (14°C) 3.1 in
June 62°F (16°C) 4.0 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 1.9 in

Orheiu Bistriței has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 28°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Orheiu Bistriței

5 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
Transilvania -statia Beclean 91.5 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Orheiu Bistriței

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Liviu Rebreanu" Memorial Museum
"Saxon House" Museum
"Teodor Tanco" Literary and Memorial Museum
Bistrita-Nasaud Museum Complex
Casa Memorială Liviu Rebreanu
Ethnographic Museum
Local Museum of Monor
Nasaud Border Museum
Secerului Valley Museum Corner

Libraries in Orheiu Bistriței

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Francisc Păcurariu0.0
Librăria Isaharus0.0

Farmers Markets in Orheiu Bistriței

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Magazin mixt
Piață
Piața Agroalimentară Decebal
Piata Nasaud
Târg

Stadiums & Teams in Orheiu Bistriței

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Orheiu Bistriței

3 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Orheiu Bistriței

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Câmpia Turzii Air BaseMedium Airport
Târgu Mureş Transilvania International AirportTGMMedium Airport
Bistrița AirfieldSmall Airport
Elie Carafoli Sport AirfieldSmall Airport
Floreni AirfieldSmall Airport
Ghindari AirfieldSmall Airport
Luncani AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Orheiu Bistriței

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Ortodoxă fostă evanghelică

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest

🇷🇴 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 Orheiu Bistriței

What is the population of Orheiu Bistriței?

Orheiu Bistriței has a population of 644 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 55.2 square miles.

Is Orheiu Bistriței 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 Orheiu Bistriței?

Orheiu Bistriței 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 Orheiu Bistriței?

There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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