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Recsk, Hungary
Heves County · Hungary
Recsk is a small town in Heves County, Hungary with a population of 2,992. Elevation: 561 ft (171 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Recsk
Recsk is a large village in Heves County, Hungary, under the Mátra mountain range, beside of the Parádi-Tarna creek. As of 2022 census, it has a population of 2497. The village located beside of the Kisterenye–Kál-Kápolna railway line, 27.5 km from the main road 3 and 32.0 km from the M25 expressway. Although the settlement has its own railway station, public transport on the railway line ceased on 3 March 2007. The closest train station with public transport is in Bátonyterenye 27.2 km away.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 2,992 |
| Population Density | 171 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.9333°, 20.1167° |
| Timezone | Europe/Budapest |
| Country | 🇭🇺 Hungary |
| State / Province | Heves County |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.6 inches (549 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.2 inches (8 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $20,088 |
About Recsk
Recsk is a small town in Hungary (Heves County) with a population of 2,992. The city sits at an elevation of 561 feet (171 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Budapest.
Income: Recsk vs Hungary
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Income
| Median HH Income | $20,088 |
| 73% below Hungary avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 141 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.0°F |
| 11% below Hungary avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Area | 17.5 sq mi (45.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 171/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.9333°N, 20.1167°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Budapest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.3 in |
Recsk has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 28°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (0.9").
Schools in Recsk
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jámbor Vilmos Általános Iskola | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Recsk
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Szent István Rádió | christian, katholic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Maxi rádió | pop | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Recsk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ásványok Háza | ||||
| Asztalos Joachim fafaragó kiállítása | ||||
| Asztalos Jochák kiállítóterem | ||||
| Cifra Istálló és Kocsimúzeum | ||||
| Communist Penal Labour Camp, Recsk | ||||
| Feldebrői Római Katolikus Plébánia | ||||
| Helytörténeti gyűjtemény | ||||
| Helytörténeti Múzeum | ||||
| Kapás Tájház | ||||
| Kemencés porta (tájház) | ||||
| Kézműves ház | ||||
| Kincsesház | ||||
| Kovácsműhely | ||||
| Magyar Rendőrmúzeum kiállítása | ||||
| Mátra Ásványház Múzeum és Ásványbolt | ||||
| Mátra Múzeum | ||||
| Mátra Múzeum Természettudományi Pavilon | ||||
| Mátraszentimrei Szlovák Tájház | ||||
| Népi Műemlékház és Kovácsműhely | ||||
| Népművészetek Háza | ||||
| Népművészeti Ház | ||||
| Palóc ház | ||||
| Palóc tájház | ||||
| Palóc tájház | ||||
| Palócbaba Múzeum | ||||
| Parádsasvári Kristálygaléria és Kiállítóterem | ||||
| Penal Labour barrak | ||||
| Pincés malom | ||||
| Szent Bertalan Vallásturisztikai Látogatóközpont és Kincstára | ||||
| Tájház | ||||
| Tájház | ||||
| Tájház | ||||
| Tájház | ||||
| Tájház | ||||
| Tájház és Parádinform |
Libraries in Recsk
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| József Attila Községi Könyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| Klubová Kniznica | 0.0 | |||||
| Könyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| Könyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| Könyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| Könyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| Könyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| Községi és Iskolai Könyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| Községi könyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| Községi Könyvtár Abasár | 0.0 | |||||
| Petőfi Sándor Klubkönyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| Szarvaskő Könyvtári, Információs és Közösségi Hely | 0.0 | |||||
| Vachott Sándor Városi Könyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| Wass Albert Községi Könyvtár | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Recsk
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helyi termelői piac | |||||
| Palóc Piac | |||||
| Termelői piac | |||||
| termelői piac | |||||
| Termelői piac | |||||
| Termelői Piac Parád |
Restaurants in Recsk
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Recsk
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Recsk
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Recsk
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Recsk
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Recsk
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kékestető Sícentrum | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Košútka | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Látky | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kokava - Línia | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Látky - Prašivá | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Recsk
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Atkár Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Babin Most Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bátka Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bátonyterenye-Világosipuszta sportreptér | - | Small Airport |
| Dány Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dolná Strehová Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dolna Telka Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eger Apolló Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gyöngyös Pipishegy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hucín Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jászapáti Agricultural Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kunmadaras Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Lučenec Airfield | LUE | Small Airport |
| Maklár Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pásztó-Hasznos repülőtér | - | Small Airport |
| Pilis Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Prša Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rimavská Seč Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Širkovce Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sülysáp Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Surjány Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tápiószentmárton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tomášovce Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tornaľa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Recsk
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posta | |
| Posta |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Recsk
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| régi templom | |
| Szent István király templom | |
| Szent Kereszt felmagasztalása templom | |
| Szent Lőrinc vértanú-templom |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Hungary
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Recsk
What is the population of Recsk?
Recsk has a population of 2,992 residents and is located in Hungary. The population density is 171 people per square mile, spread across 17.5 square miles.
Is Recsk expensive to live in?
The median household income is $20,088, 73% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Recsk?
Recsk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.6 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Recsk?
There are 141 business establishments in the area.