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Vârşolţ, Romania

Sălaj County · Romania

Vârşolţ is a small town in Sălaj County, Romania with a population of 1,560. Elevation: 735 ft (224 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,560 Population 52/sq mi density
735 ft Elevation 224 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
36.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$14,256 median income

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About Vârşolţ

Vârşolţ

Vârșolț is a commune located in Sălaj County, Crișana, Romania. It is composed of three villages: Recea (Krasznarécse), Recea Mică (Kisrécsepuszta) and Vârșolț.

People

Population1,560
Density52/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Population1,560
Population Density52 / sq mi
Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Coordinates47.2000°, 22.9333°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceSălaj County
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation36.6 inches (930 mm)
Annual Snowfall45.9 inches (117 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Vârşolţ

Vârşolţ is a small town in Romania (Sălaj County) with a population of 1,560. The city sits at an elevation of 735 feet (224 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Vârşolţ is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 47 business establishments.

Income: Vârşolţ vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$14,256
81% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)47

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Vârşolţ experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 267 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. The area receives 45.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 735 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below Romania avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Area30.2 sq mi (78.2 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates47.2000°N, 22.9333°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"
4% below Romania avg
Snowfall 45.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.60"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 127 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 106 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 113 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 54 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 78 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 57 km
Feb 2, 2006 4 km NW of Vészt?, Hungary M2.8 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
February 33°F (0°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 42°F (5°C) 1.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.6 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Vârşolţ has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 32°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Vârşolţ

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Gimnazială nr.1 Vîrșolț - - - -
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Radio Stations near Vârşolţ

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Transilvania -statia Carei 95.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Transilvania -statia Zalău 94.6 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Vârşolţ

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Sipos László" Hungarian Ethnographic Museum of Bogdand
Casa Memorială „Iuliu Maniu”
Casa Memorială Simion Bărnuțiu
History and Art County Museum
History and Art County Museum - Ioan Sima Art Gallery
History and Art County Museum. "Ioan Sima" Art Museum
Muzeul Memorial al Holocaustului din Nordul Transilvaniei

Libraries in Vârşolţ

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană "Ioniță Scipione Bădescu"0.0

Farmers Markets in Vârşolţ

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Centrală
Piața Dumbrava
Piața Șimleul Silvaniei
Târgul de la Negreni

Stadiums & Teams in Vârşolţ

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Vârşolţ

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 Vârşolţ

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Maramureș International AirportBAYMedium Airport
Satu Mare International AirportSUJMedium Airport
Aerodrom Baia Mare-Small Airport
Crasna Deltafly Airfield-Small Airport
Laci Oros Airfield-Small Airport
Mihăieni Airfield-Small Airport
Mujdeni Airfield-Small Airport
Poieni Airfield-Small Airport
Săcălășeni Airfield-Small Airport
Sălicea Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Vârşolţ

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postal Agency Vârşolţ

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vârşolţ

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Creștină Baptistă Maghiară Vârșolți
Biserica Ortodoxă
Biserica Ortodoxă Vârșolț
Biserica Reformată Vărsolți

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
242 m (794 ft)
Founded
1326
Postal Code
457356

🇷🇴 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 Vârşolţ

What is the population of Vârşolţ?

Vârşolţ has a population of 1,560 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 30.2 square miles.

Is Vârşolţ expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Vârşolţ?

Vârşolţ has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches, with 45.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Vârşolţ?

There are 47 business establishments in the area.

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