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Pălatca, Romania
Cluj County · Romania
Pălatca is a small town in Cluj County, Romania with a population of 1,368. Elevation: 1,302 ft (397 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pălatca
Pălatca is a commune in Cluj County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Băgaciu (Kisbogács), Mureșenii de Câmpie, Pălatca, Petea (Magyarpete), and Sava (Mezőszava).
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,368 |
| Population Density | 38 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,302 ft (397 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.8500°, 23.9833° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Cluj County |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.9 inches (811 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 25.8 inches (66 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $20,412 |
About Pălatca
Pălatca is a small town in Romania (Cluj County) with a population of 1,368. 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 37°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Pălatca vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $20,412 |
| 73% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 41 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Pălatca
Pălatca has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 622 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,302 ft (397 m) |
| Area | 35.8 sq mi (92.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.8500°N, 23.9833°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
Pălatca has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 29°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.0").
Schools in Pălatca
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Gimnazială Pălatca | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Pălatca
20 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 | |
| UBB Radio -Universitatea Babeș Bolyai Cluj Napoca | adult contemporary, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Replica Radio | disco, folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gherla FM | 90s, eurodance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ZC Radio (Ziua de Cluj) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Domeldo Live | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Beclean 91.5 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Stil FM -Dej 106.1 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Untold Radio | clubbing, dance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Valori Românești Radio | 00's, 70's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Cluj Napoca 94.5 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Luduș 100.4 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Squad Radio | alternative, news | MP3 192 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 | |
| Son Radio -Luduș 94.2 FM | hits, local radio | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Pălatca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castelul Ugron | ||||
| Colecția Muzeală a Mănăstirii Nicula | ||||
| History Museum | ||||
| Hungarian Dance House Museum | ||||
| Muzeul Ethnoarheologic | ||||
| Muzeul Etnografic Kallós Zoltán | ||||
| Nicula Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Village Museum |
Libraries in Pălatca
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunală Jucu | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipală Gherla | 0.0 | |||||
| Gherla Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pălatca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piață agroalimentară | |||||
| Piața agroalimentară | |||||
| Piața Apahida | |||||
| Piața Apahida | |||||
| Târgul Bonțida |
Stadiums & Teams in Pălatca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Pălatca
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 Pălatca
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport | CLJ | Large Airport |
| Câmpia Turzii Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Târgu Mureş Transilvania International Airport | TGM | Medium Airport |
| Bistrița Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Copalnic-Manastur Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dezmir Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elie Carafoli Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Luncani Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mediaș (Flamingo) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ruck Ventilatoare private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Săcălășeni Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sălicea Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pălatca
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica de lemn | |
| Biserica Greco Catolică | |
| Biserica ortodoxă | |
| Biserica Reformată | |
| Biserica Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gavril | |
| Biserica Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gavril |
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What is the population of Pălatca?
Pălatca has a population of 1,368 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 35.8 square miles.
Is Pălatca 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 Pălatca?
Pălatca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches, with 25.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Pălatca?
There are 41 business establishments in the area.