Balta, Romania
Mehedinți County · Romania
Balta is a small town in Mehedinți County, Romania with a population of 275. Elevation: 1,581 ft (482 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°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 Balta
Balta is a commune located in Mehedinți County, Romania. It is composed of seven villages: Balta, Coada Cornetului, Costești, Gornovița, Nevățu, Prejna and Sfodea. It is situated in the historical region of Oltenia.
People
Climate
| Population | 275 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,581 ft (482 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.8869°, 22.6369° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Mehedinți County |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.5 inches (750 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.6 inches (14 cm) |
About Balta
Balta is a small town in Romania (Mehedinți County) with a population of 275. The city sits at an elevation of 1,581 feet (482 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.1°F |
| 13% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,581 ft (482 m) |
| Area | 51.8 sq mi (134.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8869°N, 22.6369°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.2 in |
Balta has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 28°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (1.7").
Museums in Balta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Gheorghe Ionescu-Șișești" Museum | ||||
| "Tudor Vladimirescu" Fortified Manor House (Cula) | ||||
| Administrația Parcului Național Domogled-Valea Cernei | ||||
| Casa de la Podul Roșu | ||||
| Herculane Spa Museum | ||||
| Museul Hidrocentralei Porțile de Fier | ||||
| Museum of the "Apollo" Baths |
Libraries in Balta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centru Cultural Godeanu | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Agroalimentară | |||||
| Piața Crihala | |||||
| Piața Meva |
Stadiums & Teams in Balta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Balta
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stațiunea Turistică Semenic | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Casa Baraj | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Wolfsberg Ski | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Straja Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Muntele Mic | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Balta
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caransebeş Airport | CSB | Medium Airport |
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Drobeta-Turnu Severin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balta
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserică | |
| Biserica Cerna-Vârf |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Balta
What is the population of Balta?
Balta has a population of 275 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 51.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balta?
Balta has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.5 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow.
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