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Balș, Romania
Iași County · Romania
Balș is a small town in Iași County, Romania with a population of 1,187. Elevation: 374 ft (114 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Balș
Balș is a town in Olt County, Oltenia, Romania. The town administers three villages: Corbeni, Româna, and Teiș.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,187 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.2963°, 26.9786° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Iași County |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.7 inches (474 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 27.3 inches (69 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $15,660 |
About Balș
Balș is a small town in Romania (Iași County) with a population of 1,187. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet (114 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Balș vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $15,660 |
| 79% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 36 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) |
| Area | 60.7 sq mi (157.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.2963°N, 26.9786°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.1 in |
Balș has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 30°F in February to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (0.9").
Museums in Balș
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Alexandru Ioan Cuza" Memorial Museum | ||||
| "Vasile Alecsandri" Museum | ||||
| Căminul cultural ”Ludovic Antal” | ||||
| Cotnari Archaeological Park | ||||
| Cucuteni Archaeological Site Museum | ||||
| Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Muzeul Boroșoaia | ||||
| Vineyard and Wine Museum |
Libraries in Balș
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Deleni;Gradinita Deleni | 0.0 | |||||
| Căminul Cultural | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balș
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Agroalimentară | |||||
| Piața Hârlău |
Stadiums & Teams in Balș
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Balș
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Iaşi International Airport | IAS | Large Airport |
| Suceava Ștefan cel Mare International Airport | SCV | Large Airport |
| Aerodromul Girov | — | Small Airport |
| Botoșani Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dumbrava Roșie Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Iaşi Sud | — | Small Airport |
| Mărgineni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Timișești Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Zanesti Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇷🇴 About Romania
Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Balș
What is the population of Balș?
Balș has a population of 1,187 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 60.7 square miles.
Is Balș expensive to live in?
The median household income is $15,660, 79% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Balș?
Balș has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.7 inches, with 27.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Balș?
There are 36 business establishments in the area.