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Benești, Romania
Vâlcea County · Romania
Benești is a small town in Vâlcea County, Romania with a population of 512. Elevation: 653 ft (199 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Benești
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
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 512 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.6608°, 23.9075° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Vâlcea County |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.3 inches (693 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.1 inches (28 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $12,528 |
About Benești
Benești is a small town in Romania (Vâlcea County) with a population of 512. The city sits at an elevation of 653 feet (199 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Benești vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $12,528 |
| 83% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 15 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.1°F |
| 4% above Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 46.2 sq mi (119.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6608°N, 23.9075°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 53°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
Benești has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near Benești
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| UMF Craiova - Universitatea de Medicină și Farmacie | music, student radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Marionet Online Radio | classic rock, jazz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Badita Popular | folk, manele | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sud Radio -Craiova 97.4 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 | |
| Sound Four You -Craiova 128.0 DAB | 80's, 90's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sud Craiova 97,4 FM | news, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| METRONOM FM | — | OGG 128 kbps |
Museums in Benești
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village Museum |
Farmers Markets in Benești
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarabe piață |
Ski Resorts Near Benești
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straja Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Benești
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Craiova International Airport | CRA | Large Airport |
| Balta Verde Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mihăița Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Predeşti SkyFun Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Benești
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Irimesti Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Benești
What is the population of Benești?
Benești has a population of 512 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 46.2 square miles.
Is Benești expensive to live in?
The median household income is $12,528, 83% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Benești?
Benești enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches, with 11.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Benești?
There are 15 business establishments in the area.