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Sopotnia Wielka, Poland
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Sopotnia Wielka is a small town in Silesia, Poland with a population of 1,667. Elevation: 2,421 ft (738 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sopotnia Wielka
Sopotnia Wielka Falls is a waterfall located in Sopotnia Wielka, 20 kilometers south of Żywiec, in the Żywiec Beskids, Silesian Voivodeship, Poland, dropping a total of 12 metres (39 ft). Its waters fall down into a 5-meter deep plunge pool. It lies on the Sopotnia Stream and is the highest waterfall in all of Polish Beskid Mountains. The waterfall and its surroundings have been designated as a protected area.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,667 |
| Population Density | 179 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,421 ft (738 m) |
| Coordinates | 49.5685°, 19.2829° |
| Timezone | Europe/Warsaw |
| Country | 🇵🇱 Poland |
| State / Province | Silesia |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.2 inches (995 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 72.6 inches (184 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,684 |
About Sopotnia Wielka
Sopotnia Wielka is a small town in Poland (Silesia) with a population of 1,667. The city sits at an elevation of 2,421 feet (738 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Warsaw.
Income: Sopotnia Wielka vs Poland
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Income
| Median HH Income | $18,684 |
| 75% below Poland avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 100 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.9°F |
| 15% below Poland avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 214 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,421 ft (738 m) |
| Area | 9.3 sq mi (24.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 179/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.5685°N, 19.2829°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Warsaw |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 28°F (-3°C) | 3.0 in |
Sopotnia Wielka has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 26°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.4") and March the driest (2.4").
Schools in Sopotnia Wielka
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zespół Szkół nr 4 w Sopotni Wielkiej | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sopotnia Wielka
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Danielka | aktorska, cabaret | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bielsko | dance, local news | MP3 | |
| Radio Andrychów | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sopotnia Wielka
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beskidzkie Centrum Zabawki Drewnianej | ||||
| D. Willa Juliana Fałata | ||||
| drewniana chałupa, ob. Izba Muzealna | ||||
| Európske centrum gajdošskej kultúry | ||||
| Expozícia Hviezdoslavovej Hájnikovej Ženy | ||||
| Expozícia Mila Urbana | ||||
| Galeria Dziadów Noworocznych i Szlachciców | ||||
| Goralská drevenica | ||||
| Izba Pamięci Prymasa Wyszyńskiego | ||||
| Izba Regionalna | ||||
| Izba Tradycji | ||||
| Moduł Destiny Labolatory stacji kosmicznej ISS | ||||
| Muzeum BPN | ||||
| Muzeum Browaru Żywiec | ||||
| Muzeum Czynu Zbrojnego Żywiecczyzny | ||||
| Muzeum Fiata 126p | ||||
| Múzeum kávy | ||||
| Múzeum Kysuckej dediny | ||||
| Muzeum Miejskie Stary Zamek | ||||
| Muzeum Na Rozdrożu Wsi Krzyżowa i Krzyżówki | ||||
| Nowy Zamek | ||||
| Oravské múzeum | ||||
| Pamätná izba Martina Hamuljaka | ||||
| Park miniatur Ziemi Żywieckiej | ||||
| Poľnohospodárske stroje | ||||
| Remeselny dom | ||||
| Skansen im. Józefa Żaka | ||||
| Skansen Sopki Stopki | ||||
| Strefa Odkrywania, Wyobraźni i Aktywności SOWA |
Libraries in Sopotnia Wielka
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteka Publiczna Filia w Ciścu | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteka w Łodygowicach | 0.0 | |||||
| Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna | 0.0 | |||||
| Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna | 0.0 | |||||
| Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna | 0.0 | |||||
| Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna | 0.0 | |||||
| Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna | 0.0 | |||||
| Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna | 0.0 | |||||
| Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna | 0.0 | |||||
| Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna | 0.0 | |||||
| Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna – filia w Międzybrodziu Żywieckim | 0.0 | |||||
| Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna im. Stanisława Staszica w Buczkowicach | 0.0 | |||||
| Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna w Wilkowicach | 0.0 | |||||
| Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna. Filia Brzuśnik | 0.0 | |||||
| Książnica Beskidzka Filia Mikuszowice Krakowskie | 0.0 | |||||
| Książnica Beskidzka Filia Mikuszowice Śląskie | 0.0 | |||||
| Książnica Beskidzka Filia os. Grunwaldzkie | 0.0 | |||||
| Książnica Beskidzka Filia os. Karpackie | 0.0 | |||||
| Książnica Beskidzka Filia os. Złote Łany | 0.0 | |||||
| Książnica Beskidzka Filia Straconka | 0.0 | |||||
| Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna w Szczyrku | 0.0 | |||||
| Obecná knižnica Babín | 0.0 | |||||
| Obecná knižnica Beňadovo | 0.0 | |||||
| Obecná knižnica Krušetnica | 0.0 | |||||
| Obecná knižnica Novoť | 0.0 | |||||
| Obecná knižnica Oravská Jasenica | 0.0 | |||||
| Obecná knižnica Oravské Veselé | 0.0 | |||||
| Obecná knižnica Rabča | 0.0 | |||||
| Obecná knižnica Ťapešovo | 0.0 | |||||
| Obecná knižnica Vavrečka | 0.0 | |||||
| Obecná knižnica Zákamenné | 0.0 | |||||
| Wojewódzka Biblioteka Pedagogiczna | 0.0 | |||||
| Żywiecka Biblioteka Samorządowa | 0.0 | |||||
| Żywiecka Biblioteka Samorządowa - Filia nr 1 | 0.0 | |||||
| Żywiecka Biblioteka Samorządowa - filia nr 2 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sopotnia Wielka
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plac targowy | |||||
| Targ | |||||
| Targowisko koło szkoły |
Breweries in Sopotnia Wielka
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beskidzki Browar Rzemieślniczy | ||||
| Browar Pinta | ||||
| Browar Wawrzyniec | ||||
| Browar Zapanbrat | ||||
| Browar Zarzecze |
Stadiums & Teams in Sopotnia Wielka
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sopotnia Wielka
66 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kompleks Pilsko-Jontek | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Stacja Narciarska Cieńków | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mosorny Groń | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wyciągi Baca | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wyciągi Wojtek | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kubalonka | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ośrodek narciarski „Za Groniem” | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Andiamo | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Cypisek | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ośrodek Narciarski Klepki - Wisła Malinka | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski centrum Grúniky | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Zwardoń Ski | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Park Rajcza | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tatrapoma F Ťaskovka | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Lyžiarsky vlek Olešná - Potôčky | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Športcentrum Oščadnica | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Veľká Rača | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| SKI Bukovina Turzovka | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ośrodek Narciarski Nowa Osada | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Soszów – Jawornik (Wisła) | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Stacja Narciarska Skolnity | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kompleks Narciarski Biały Krzyż | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Szczyrk Mountain Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Stacja Narciarska Świniorka | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kolej linowa "Czantoria" | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| COS Szczyrk | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kompleks Skoczni narciarskich SKALITE w Szczyrku | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Beskid Sport Arena | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Beskid Sport Arena | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kompleks skoczni narciarskich LKS Klimczok (HS-31, HS-19) | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Stacja Narciarska Czarny Groń | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sport Arena Myślenice | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Szklana Góra Ski | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Snowland | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Roháče - Spálená | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vrátna | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Holý diel | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Skicentrum Žiar-Dolinky | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Win ter park Martinky | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vyšné Krátke | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| SKI centrum Demänová | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Závažná Poruba - Opalisko | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kasprowy Wierch | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Jasenská dolina - stredisko Kašová | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Jasenská dolina - stredisko Lehota | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chopok Jasná | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| skiarena Fačkovské sedlo | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chopok | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Jasna Low Tatras | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chopok Juh | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| PARK SNOW Donovaly | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Racibor | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kubínska hoľa | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Zuberec - Janovky | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Lyžiarske a rekreačné stredisko Veľké Ostré | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| COS OPO Zakopane | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| SKI Centrum Kozinec | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Zábava Hruštín | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Polana Szymoszkowa | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski centrum Nižná - Uhliská | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Skipark Meander Oravice | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Harenda | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| UBOC | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Vitanová | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| SKI Krušetnica | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Orava Snow | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sopotnia Wielka
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kraków John Paul II International Airport | KRK | Large Airport |
| Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport | ILZ | Medium Airport |
| Bielsko-Biała Aleksandrowice Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bielsko-Biała Kaniów Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bojszowy Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dolná Štubňa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Domaniža Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gliwice-Trynek Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Goczałkowice | — | Small Airport |
| Jasná Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Katowice-Muchowiec Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Košťany nad Turcom Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lipowa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Martin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mokraď Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ružomberok Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rybnik-Gotartowice Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Szczodrkowice Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tužina Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vavrečka Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Żar Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Zator | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sopotnia Wielka
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centrum Rehabilitacyjno-Edukacyjne dla Dzieci | ||
| Orto-Med | ||
| Ośrodek Rehabilitacyjno - Edukacyjno - Wychowawczy w Tarnawie Górnej | ||
| Refa-Hil |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sopotnia Wielka
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kaplica | |
| Kaplica na Hali Lipowskiej | |
| Kościół pw. Matki Bożej Nieustającej Pomocy w Sopotni Wielkiej |
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What is the population of Sopotnia Wielka?
Sopotnia Wielka has a population of 1,667 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 179 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 square miles.
Is Sopotnia Wielka expensive to live in?
The median household income is $18,684, 75% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Sopotnia Wielka?
Sopotnia Wielka has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches, with 72.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Sopotnia Wielka?
There are 100 business establishments in the area.