Rapoltu Mare, Romania

Hunedoara County · Romania

Rapoltu Mare is a small town in Hunedoara County, Romania with a population of 207. Elevation: 712 ft (217 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

207 Population 7/sq mi density
712 ft Elevation 217 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
35.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone

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About Rapoltu Mare

Rapoltu Mare

Rapoltu Mare is a commune in Hunedoara County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Bobâlna (Bábolna), Boiu (Boj), Folt (Folt), Rapoltu Mare, and Rapolțel (Kisrápolt).

People

Population207
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Population207
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Coordinates45.8667°, 23.0667°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceHunedoara County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation35.3 inches (896 mm)
Annual Snowfall42.3 inches (107 cm)

About Rapoltu Mare

Rapoltu Mare is a small town in Romania (Hunedoara County) with a population of 207. The city sits at an elevation of 712 feet (217 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

Rapoltu Mare experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. The area receives 42.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 712 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below Romania avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Geography

Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Area28.4 sq mi (73.5 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates45.8667°N, 23.0667°E
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.3"
7% below Romania avg
Snowfall 42.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 86 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 120 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 82 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 89 km
Jun 6, 2023 6 km SW of Frumu?eni, Romania M4.7 131 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 112 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 33 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 88 km
Aug 15, 1991 4 km ENE of Voiteg, Romania M4.5 145 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 100 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 87 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 33 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 88 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 82 km
Dec 19, 1991 Romania M4.3 116 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 143 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 147 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 72 km
May 22, 2023 2 km S of Fântânele, Romania M4.1 132 km
Oct 13, 1994 1 km W of Jebel, Romania M4.1 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.3 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.4 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.6 in Coldest

Rapoltu Mare has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 31°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Rapoltu Mare

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Generală Rapoltu Mare (1954) - - - -
Școala Generală I-VIII Rapoltu Mare - - - -
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Radio Stations near Rapoltu Mare

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Energy Cugir 00s, 2000s MP3 128 kbps
Radio Transilvania - Cluj adult contemporary, electronic MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Rapoltu Mare

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Aurel Vlaicu" Memorial Museum
Archaeological Collection
Atelierul de Creație al Pictorului Sava Albescu
Casa Memorială Aurel Vlaicu
Casa Memorială Dr. Petru Groza
Colecția de Etnografie și Istorie Locală
Deva Fortress
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnography and Folk Art Museum
Expoziție Permanentă Pașii României prin Socialism și Democrație
Galeria de Artă
History, Archeology and Ethnography Museum
Museum of Dacian and Roman Civilisation
Muzeul Casa Breslelor
Muzeul de tortură
Muzeul Satulul Almașu Mare
Muzeul Textilelor
Muzeul Trenulețelor ”Valentin Banciu”
Printing Museum
Simeria Dendrological Park

Libraries in Rapoltu Mare

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alexandria0.0
Biblioteca Comunal Hărău0.0
Biblioteca Județeană0.0
Biblioteca Municipală Sebastian Bornemisa0.0
Biblioteca Ovid Densușianu0.0

Farmers Markets in Rapoltu Mare

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ariana
Eurovenus Târg Auto și Bazar
First hand
Hala Obor
La Berze
Piața Cetății
Piața CIOCLOVINA ( fosta Micro 15 )
Piața Deva
Piața Obor
Piața Tordai Sándor András

Stadiums & Teams in Rapoltu Mare

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Ski Resorts Near Rapoltu Mare

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Straja Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Muntele Mic 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Parâng 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ski Vidra 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Buscat Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Rapoltu Mare

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Salonti Airstrip-Small Airport
Săulești Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rapoltu Mare

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Greco Catolică (1967)
Biserica Ortodoxă (1922)
Biserica Ortodoxă (1934)
Biserica Reformată (1802)

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1513
Postal Code
337369

🇷🇴 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 Rapoltu Mare

What is the population of Rapoltu Mare?

Rapoltu Mare has a population of 207 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 28.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rapoltu Mare?

Rapoltu Mare 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 70°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 35.3 inches, with 42.3 inches of snow.

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