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Vălenii Lăpușului, Romania

Maramureş · Romania

Vălenii Lăpușului is a small town in Maramureş, Romania with a population of 556. Elevation: 1,227 ft (374 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
556 Population 10/sq mi density
1,227 ft Elevation 374 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Vălenii Lăpușului

Vălenii Lăpușului

Coroieni is a commune in Maramureș County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Baba (Bába), Coroieni, Dealu Mare (Dombhát), Drăghia (Drágosfalva), and Vălenii Lăpușului (Dánpataka).

People

Population556
Density10/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,227 ft (374 m)
Population556
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation1,227 ft (374 m)
Coordinates47.4057°, 23.7859°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMaramureş
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,283 mm)
Annual Snowfall59.3 inches (151 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Vălenii Lăpușului

Vălenii Lăpușului is a small town in Romania (Maramureş) with a population of 556. The city sits at an elevation of 1,227 feet (374 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Vălenii Lăpușului is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Vălenii Lăpușului vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$18,468
75% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Vălenii Lăpușului experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,227 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below Romania avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,227 ft (374 m)
Area54.3 sq mi (140.5 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates47.4057°N, 23.7859°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above Romania avg
Snowfall 59.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 3, 2023.

Oct 2, 2011 10 km NE of Synevyrska Poliana, Ukraine M4.7 139 km
Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 114 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 101 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 77 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 105 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 97 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 16 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 38°F (4°C) 1.6 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
June 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.0 in
December 29°F (-1°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Vălenii Lăpușului has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 29°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Vălenii Lăpușului

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Vis de Taină acoustic, ambient MP3 128 kbps
Stil FM -Dej 106.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Beclean 91.5 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Transilvania -statia Baia Mare 106.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Vălenii Lăpușului

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Dr. Vasile Lucaciu" Museum and Monumental Group
"Ion Pop Reteganul" Memorial Museum
Ciceu Mihaesti Museum
Museum of Mineralogy
Muzeul Rapsodului Popular Grigore Leșe
Rogoz Ethnographic Museum
Rohia Monastery Museum Collection
Village Museum Collection

Farmers Markets in Vălenii Lăpușului

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Florex
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Gării
Piața Izvoarelor
Roxana

Stadiums & Teams in Vălenii Lăpușului

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Vălenii Lăpușului

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pârtiile Roata 0.0 $0
Șuior 0.0 $0

Airports Near Vălenii Lăpușului

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge Airport
Maramureș International AirportBAYMedium Airport
Aerodrom Baia MareSmall Airport
Copalnic-Manastur AirfieldSmall Airport
Dezmir AirfieldSmall Airport
Mujdeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Rona de Sus AirfieldSmall Airport
Săcălășeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Sălicea AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vălenii Lăpușului

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica de lemn
Biserica Ortodoxă
Biserica Ortodoxă nr 2 Rohia
Biserica Răzoare
Biserica Vălenii Lăpușului
The Wooden Church of Răzoare

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
384 m (1,260 ft)
Founded
1331
Postal Code
437125

🇷🇴 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 Vălenii Lăpușului

What is the population of Vălenii Lăpușului?

Vălenii Lăpușului has a population of 556 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 54.3 square miles.

Is Vălenii Lăpușului expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,468, 75% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Vălenii Lăpușului?

Vălenii Lăpușului has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches, with 59.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Vălenii Lăpușului?

There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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