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Poiana Vadului, Romania
Alba County · Romania
Poiana Vadului is a small town in Alba County, Romania with a population of 1,276. Elevation: 2,864 ft (873 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Poiana Vadului
Poiana Vadului is a commune located in Alba County, Transylvania, Romania. It has a population of 942 as of 2021, and is composed of eleven villages: Costești, Duduieni, Făgetu de Jos, Făgetu de Sus, Hănășești, Lupăiești, Morcănești, Păștești, Petelei, Poiana Vadului, and Stănești.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,276 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,864 ft (873 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.4000°, 22.8833° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Alba County |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.7 inches (779 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.6 inches (22 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,256 |
About Poiana Vadului
Poiana Vadului is a small town in Romania (Alba County) with a population of 1,276. The city sits at an elevation of 2,864 feet (873 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Poiana Vadului vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,256 |
| 81% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 38 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.9°F |
| 21% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,864 ft (873 m) |
| Area | 50.2 sq mi (130.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4000°N, 22.8833°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.0 in |
Poiana Vadului has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 25°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Poiana Vadului
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Generală I-VIII Poiana Vadului | — | — | — | — |
| Școala primară I-IV Lăzești | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Poiana Vadului
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Avram Iancu" Memorial Museum | ||||
| "Avram Iancu" Museum | ||||
| Aurul Apusenilor | ||||
| Casa muzeu ,,Avram Iancu" | ||||
| Crisan Memorial House | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Glacier and Cave of Scărișoara | ||||
| Gold Mining Museum | ||||
| Museum of Horea | ||||
| Muzeu Etnografic Scărișoara | ||||
| Muzeul Pătrăhaițești | ||||
| Muzeul Satului Iuliu Coroiu | ||||
| Panteonul Moților |
Libraries in Poiana Vadului
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fundația Culturală Roșia Montană | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Poiana Vadului
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Câmpeni |
Ski Resorts Near Poiana Vadului
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 Poiana Vadului
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Poieni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sălicea Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Săulești Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Poiana Vadului
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Adormirea Maicii Domnului | |
| Biserica Lăzești |
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What is the population of Poiana Vadului?
Poiana Vadului has a population of 1,276 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 50.2 square miles.
Is Poiana Vadului expensive to live in?
The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Poiana Vadului?
Poiana Vadului has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Poiana Vadului?
There are 38 business establishments in the area.