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Bărăști, Romania

Arges · Romania

Bărăști is a small town in Arges, Romania with a population of 1,099. Elevation: 2,018 ft (615 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

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C+ Fair
1,099 Population 35/sq mi density
2,018 ft Elevation 615 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 Median Income
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2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$14,256 median income

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About Bărăști

Bărăști

Bărăști is a commune in Olt County, Muntenia, Romania. It is composed of eight villages: Bărăștii de Cepturi, Bărăștii de Vede, Boroești, Ciocănești, Lăzărești, Mereni, Moțoești and Popești.

People

Population1,099
Density35/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation2,018 ft (615 m)
Population1,099
Population Density35 / sq mi
Elevation2,018 ft (615 m)
Coordinates45.2537°, 24.5965°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceArges
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,282 mm)
Annual Snowfall164.5 inches (418 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Bărăști

Bărăști is a small town in Romania (Arges) with a population of 1,099. The city sits at an elevation of 2,018 feet (615 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Bărăști is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 33 business establishments.

Income: Bărăști vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$14,256
81% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)33

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Bărăști has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 164.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 2,018 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below Romania avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,018 ft (615 m)
Area31.7 sq mi (82.2 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates45.2537°N, 24.5965°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above Romania avg
Snowfall 164.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.74"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

156 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.1 on May 16, 2025.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 111 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 126 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 150 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 135 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 139 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 112 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 116 km
Oct 6, 1990 2 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.8 131 km
Feb 8, 2017 3 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M4.7 133 km
Oct 4, 2011 7 km NNE of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 149 km
Aug 2, 2017 8 km NNW of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 144 km
Apr 25, 2018 15 km SSE of Comand?u, Romania M4.7 142 km
Jan 23, 2014 3 km W of Nehoiu, Romania M4.7 131 km
Oct 12, 1992 8 km NNE of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 150 km
Mar 29, 2014 10 km N of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 147 km
Dec 30, 1997 11 km NNW of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 143 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 73 km
Mar 4, 2001 5 km NNW of Ca?oca, Romania M4.6 133 km
Apr 3, 2014 1 km SW of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.6 143 km
Sep 3, 2019 4 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.6 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
August 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in

Bărăști has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 27°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (1.2").

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Radio Stations near Bărăști

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
PlayRadio Urban AAC 192 kbps
Stabil Pitești manele, petrecere MP3 128 kbps
Radio Arges romanian folk MP3 128 kbps
METRONOM FM OGG 128 kbps

Museums in Bărăști

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Anton Pann" Memorial House
"Aurelian Sacerdoțeanu" Vâlcea County Museum
"Simian House" Art Museum
Arges Royal Court and Church Mediaeval Ensemble
Casa Muzeu Vasile Muntean
Curtea de Argeș City Museum
Curtea de Arges City Museum. Ethnography and Folk Art Department
Curtea de Argeș Orthodox Monastery Museum Collection
Ethnography Museum
Expozitie de costume populare
Mediaeval Art Exhibition
Museum Collection of the Ramnic Bishopric
Poienari Fortress
Village Museum Collection
Village Museum of the Vâlcea Area

Libraries in Bărăști

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Antim Ivireanu0.0
Biblioteca Cepari0.0
Biblioteca comunală Arefu0.0
Biblioteca Comunală Sălătrucel0.0
Biblioteca Comunală Șuici0.0
Biblioteca Comunei Tigveni0.0
Biblioteca Municipală0.0

Farmers Markets in Bărăști

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chivu COM
Goranu flea market
Piața Agroalimentară Centrală
Piata Agroalimentară Ivancea
Piata Agroalimentara Posada
Piața Centrală
Piața Nord
Piața Ostroveni

Stadiums & Teams in Bărăști

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Ski Resorts Near Bărăști

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș 0.0 $0
Arena Platoș 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bărăști

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sibiu International AirportSBZLarge Airport
Geamăna AirfieldSmall Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport
Topoloveni AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Bărăști

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centru De Recuperare Medicală Fizioflori Med
Pedromed Recovery

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
694 m (2,277 ft)
Founded
1546
Postal Code
117040

🇷🇴 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 Bărăști

What is the population of Bărăști?

Bărăști has a population of 1,099 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 31.7 square miles.

Is Bărăști expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Bărăști?

Bărăști has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches, with 164.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bărăști?

There are 33 business establishments in the area.

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