Bălcești, Romania
Gorj County · Romania
Bălcești is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 366. Elevation: 1,122 ft (342 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Bălcești
Bălcești is a town located in Vâlcea County, Romania. The town administers eight villages: Benești, Cârlogani, Gorunești, Chirculești, Irimești, Otetelișu, Preoțești, and Satu Poieni. It is situated in the historical region of Oltenia, at the south-western limit of the county, bordering on the Dolj and Olt counties.
People
Climate
| Population | 366 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,122 ft (342 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.1052°, 23.6329° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Gorj County |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.2 inches (918 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.0 inches (23 cm) |
About Bălcești
Bălcești is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 366. The city sits at an elevation of 1,122 feet (342 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above Romania avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,122 ft (342 m) |
| Area | 86.4 sq mi (223.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.1052°N, 23.6329°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
Bălcești has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 32°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (1.4").
Schools in Bălcești
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Generală Bălcești | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bălcești
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 Bălcești
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Ion Popescu Voitesti" Memorial House | ||||
| Colecția Muzeală de arte | ||||
| Ethnographic Collection | ||||
| Lainici Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Muzeul Civilizației Montane | ||||
| Sacelu Museum Collection | ||||
| Village Museum |
Libraries in Bălcești
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Librărie | 0.0 |
Ski Resorts Near Bălcești
6 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 | - | - | - |
| Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Arena Platoș | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Bălcești
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sibiu International Airport | SBZ | Large Airport |
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Măgura Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mihăița Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Predeşti SkyFun Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sibiu Hermann Oberth Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bălcești
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica |
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What is the population of Bălcești?
Bălcești has a population of 366 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 86.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bălcești?
Bălcești has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches, with 9.0 inches of snow.
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