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Bălăcești, Romania
Gorj County · Romania
Bălăcești is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 644. Elevation: 591 ft (180 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bălăcești
Bolboși is a commune in Gorj County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of seven villages: Bălăcești, Bolboasa, Bolboși, Igirosu, Miclosu, Ohaba-Jiu and Valea.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 644 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 591 ft (180 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.7535°, 23.1984° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Gorj County |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.2 inches (893 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.9 inches (30 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,468 |
About Bălăcești
Bălăcești is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 644. The city sits at an elevation of 591 feet (180 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Bălăcești vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,468 |
| 75% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 19 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 591 ft (180 m) |
| Area | 56.0 sq mi (145.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.7535°N, 23.1984°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| February | 35°F (1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
Bălăcești has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 33°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near Bălăcești
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95.7 BIG FM (US) | oldies | AAC | |
| Târgu Jiu Radio - RTJ 97.8 FM | local, local news | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Radio Crasna | latino, manele | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Bălăcești
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Constantin Radulescu-Motru" Memorial House | ||||
| Ethnografic Collection | ||||
| Gura Motrului Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Strehaia Monastery Museum Collection |
Libraries in Bălăcești
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunală Văgiuleşti | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipală Motru | 0.0 | |||||
| Librărie | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bălăcești
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piata Centrala Motru |
Stadiums & Teams in Bălăcești
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Bălăcești
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straja Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Parâng | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Vidra | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Bălăcești
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Craiova International Airport | CRA | Large Airport |
| Balta Verde Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Drobeta-Turnu Severin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mihăița Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Predeşti SkyFun Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Vidin Smurdan Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Bălăcești
What is the population of Bălăcești?
Bălăcești has a population of 644 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 56.0 square miles.
Is Bălăcești 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 Bălăcești?
Bălăcești has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 11.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Bălăcești?
There are 19 business establishments in the area.