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Răchita, Romania
Alba County · Romania
Răchita is a small town in Alba County, Romania with a population of 737. Elevation: 1,444 ft (440 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 737 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,444 ft (440 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.8753°, 23.5171° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Alba County |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.6 inches (726 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 16.0 inches (41 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,256 |
About Răchita
Răchita is a small town in Romania (Alba County) with a population of 737. The city sits at an elevation of 1,444 feet (440 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Răchita vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,256 |
| 81% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 22 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,444 ft (440 m) |
| Area | 89.3 sq mi (231.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.8753°N, 23.5171°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
Răchita has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 30°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Răchita
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Energy Cugir | 00s, 2000s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Transilvania - Cluj | adult contemporary, electronic | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Blaj Radio | catolic, religios | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DejaVuMusic | dance, hits | MP3 | |
| Radio Reîntregirea | religious | MP3 | |
| RadioReintregirea Alba Iulia | — | MP3 |
Museums in Răchita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Aurel Vlaicu" Memorial Museum | ||||
| "Lucian Blaga" Memorial House | ||||
| Alba Iulia Orthodox Bishopric Museum Collection | ||||
| Atelierul de Creație al Pictorului Sava Albescu | ||||
| Batthyaneum Library Museum Collection | ||||
| Casa Memorială Aurel Vlaicu | ||||
| Domeniile Martinuzzi | ||||
| Domeniile Martinuzzi | ||||
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| Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Expoziție Etnografică | ||||
| Ioan Raica City Museum | ||||
| Moara de Apa | ||||
| Museikon | ||||
| Museum | ||||
| National Museum of the Union | ||||
| Public Collection of the University "1 Decembrie 1918” |
Libraries in Răchita
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batthyaneum Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunei Daia Română | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Județeană "Lucian Blaga" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Națională a României Filiala Batthyaneum | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Universității 1 Decembrie 1918 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Răchita
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Mircea Eliade | |||||
| Piața Sebeș |
Stadiums & Teams in Răchita
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Răchita
7 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straja Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| 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 | — | — | — |
| Buscat Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Răchita
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sibiu International Airport | SBZ | Large Airport |
| Câmpia Turzii Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Luncani Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Măgura Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Salonti Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Săulești Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sibiu Hermann Oberth Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Răchita
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Răchita | |
| Mănăstirea Strungari |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Răchita
What is the population of Răchita?
Răchita has a population of 737 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 89.3 square miles.
Is Răchita 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 Răchita?
Răchita has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches, with 16.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Răchita?
There are 22 business establishments in the area.