Răchițele, Romania
Cluj County · Romania
Răchițele is a small town in Cluj County, Romania with a population of 633. Elevation: 2,746 ft (837 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Răchițele
Răchițele ist ein Dorf im Kreis Cluj (Rumänien). Es ist Teil der Gemeinde Mărgău.
People
Climate
| Population | 633 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,746 ft (837 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.7065°, 22.8951° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Cluj County |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.3 inches (796 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.1 inches (23 cm) |
About Răchițele
Răchițele is a small town in Romania (Cluj County) with a population of 633. The city sits at an elevation of 2,746 feet (837 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.4°F |
| 21% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,746 ft (837 m) |
| Area | 28.3 sq mi (73.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.7065°N, 22.8951°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.1 in |
Răchițele has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 25°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (1.6").
Radio Stations near Răchițele
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transilvania -statia Zalău 94.6 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Aleșd 95.8 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Răchițele
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Octavian Goga" Memorial Museum | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Glacier and Cave of Scărișoara | ||||
| Muzeu Etnografic Scărișoara | ||||
| Muzeul Ilus néni | ||||
| Watermill, Whirlpool and Mill Museum |
Libraries in Răchițele
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Orașenească Huedin | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Răchițele
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Agroalimentară | |||||
| Piața Huedin | |||||
| Piața volantă | |||||
| Târgul de la Negreni |
Hotels in Răchițele
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Răchițele
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Răchițele
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 Răchițele
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Crasna Deltafly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Laci Oros Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Poieni Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sălicea Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Răchițele
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica din Dealu Botii | |
| Biserica Scrind-Frăsinet | |
| Biserica Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gavril |
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Waterfalls Near Răchițele
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Răchițele.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Cascada Vălul Miresei | Height: 30 |
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What is the population of Răchițele?
Răchițele has a population of 633 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 28.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Răchițele?
Răchițele has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches, with 9.1 inches of snow.
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