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Arcești, Romania

Olt · Romania

Arcești is a small town in Olt, Romania with a population of 521. Elevation: 423 ft (129 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
521 Population 22/sq mi density
423 ft Elevation 129 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
27.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Arcești

Arcești

Pleșoiu is a commune in Olt County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of seven villages: Arcești, Arcești-Cot, Cocorăști, Doba, Pleșoiu, Schitu din Deal and Schitu din Vale.

People

Population521
Density22/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Population521
Population Density22 / sq mi
Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Coordinates44.4665°, 24.2342°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceOlt
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation27.3 inches (693 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.1 inches (28 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Arcești

Arcești is a small town in Romania (Olt) with a population of 521. The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet (129 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Arcești is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 16 business establishments.

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Arcești enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 280 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 27.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Area23.7 sq mi (61.5 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates44.4665°N, 24.2342°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.3"
28% below Romania avg
Snowfall 11.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.87"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 30, 2024.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 108 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 111 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 109 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 142 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 83 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 114 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 111 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 131 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 104 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 147 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 150 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 98 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 76 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 113 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 115 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 108 km
Jan 28, 1995 14 km NW of Dâmbovicioara, Romania M3.8 138 km
Sep 17, 1991 14 km SE of Dubova, Romania M3.8 144 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 83 km
Apr 17, 1990 4 km SW of Voite?tii din Vale, Romania M3.6 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
June 69°F (20°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.0 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.6 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.7 in Coldest

Arcești has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Arcești

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
UMF Craiova - Universitatea de Medicină și Farmacie music, student radio MP3 128 kbps
Marionet Online Radio classic rock, jazz MP3 192 kbps
Radio Badita Popular folk, manele MP3 128 kbps
Sud Radio -Craiova 97.4 FM local news, local radio MP3
Sound Four You -Craiova 128.0 DAB 80's, 90's MP3 128 kbps
Radio Sud Craiova 97,4 FM news, pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Arcești

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"St. Elias" Church Museum Collection
"Theodor Balasel" Memorial House
Brancoveni Monastery Museum
Casa Memorială Gib Mihăescu
Centrul Militar Slatina
Clocociov Monastery Museum
Colecția de Arheologie și Etnografie
Colecție Muzeală din Poboru
Olt County Museum
Olt County Museum. Folk Pottery Department in Bals
Vineyard and Wine Museum

Libraries in Arcești

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană „Ion Minulescu”0.0
Biblioteca Municipală Drăgășani0.0
Biblioteca Orășenească Petre Pandrea0.0

Farmers Markets in Arcești

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară Balș
Piața Drăgășani
Piața Frații Buzești
Piata Imaia
PIATA ZAHANA

Stadiums & Teams in Arcești

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Arcești

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Craiova International AirportCRALarge Airport
Balta Verde AirfieldSmall Airport
Geamăna AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăița AirstripSmall Airport
Predeşti SkyFun AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arcești

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Ortodoxă Arcești

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
131 m (430 ft)
Founded
1489
Postal Code
237115

🇷🇴 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 Arcești

What is the population of Arcești?

Arcești has a population of 521 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 23.7 square miles.

Is Arcești 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 Arcești?

Arcești enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches, with 11.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Arcești?

There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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