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Ghimpețeni, Romania

Olt · Romania

Ghimpețeni is a small town in Olt, Romania with a population of 1,213. Elevation: 381 ft (116 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,213 Population 25/sq mi density
381 ft Elevation 116 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
23.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
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2.6 / 5.0
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2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Ghimpețeni

Ghimpețeni is a commune in Olt County, Muntenia, Romania. It is composed of two villages, Ghimpețeni and Ghimpețenii Noi. These were part of Nicolae Titulescu Commune until 2004, when they were split off.

People

Population1,213
Density25/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Population1,213
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Coordinates44.2810°, 24.7746°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceOlt
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation23.8 inches (605 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.2 inches (41 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Ghimpețeni

Ghimpețeni is a small town in Romania (Olt) with a population of 1,213. The city sits at an elevation of 381 feet (116 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Ghimpețeni is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 36 business establishments.

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Income

Median HH Income$18,468
75% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)36

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Ghimpețeni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 284 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 23.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 381 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Area47.7 sq mi (123.6 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates44.2810°N, 24.7746°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.8"
37% below Romania avg
Snowfall 16.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.76"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 20, 2023.

May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 134 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 128 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 150 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 124 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 105 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 58 km
Jan 28, 1995 14 km NW of Dâmbovicioara, Romania M3.8 143 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 113 km
Apr 17, 1990 4 km SW of Voite?tii din Vale, Romania M3.6 141 km
Aug 26, 1993 12 km W of Strazhitsa, Bulgaria M3.5 143 km
Feb 1, 2005 5 km SSE of ?imon, Romania M3.5 138 km
Jun 12, 1990 13 km ENE of Slivo Pole, Bulgaria M3.3 131 km
Aug 28, 2000 10 km WNW of Dryanovo, Bulgaria M3.3 149 km
Jan 11, 2008 3 km SE of ?elaru, Romania M3.2 48 km
Sep 3, 1993 15 km W of Suhindol, Bulgaria M3.1 124 km
Feb 4, 2006 1 km SSW of Homorâciu, Romania M3.1 146 km
Mar 17, 2006 8 km S of Tutrakan, Bulgaria M3.1 149 km
Jan 26, 2008 0 km SSW of Colacu, Romania M3.1 89 km
May 15, 2008 1 km NW of C?tina, Romania M3.1 114 km
Feb 23, 2005 1 km E of ?tefe?ti, Romania M3.0 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Driest
February 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.4 in
April 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 78°F (25°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.7 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.5 in Coldest

Ghimpețeni has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 32°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (1.3").

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Museums in Ghimpețeni

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Anton and Maria Popescu" Memorial House
"Gala Galaction" Memorial Exhibition
"Marin Preda" Memorial Centre
"Nicolae Titulescu" Memorial House
"Petre Voievozeanu" City History Museum
Boian Plain Museum
Boianu Ethnographic Museum Complex
Documentary Exhibition "Military Priests of the Olt County"
Ethnographic Museum
Ethnography Museum
Museum
Punct Muzeal
Sprancenata Village Museum Collection

Farmers Markets in Ghimpețeni

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
ANGEL PAN - MAGAZIN MIXT
Cooperativa de consum Ungheni
Piața
Piața agroalimentară
San Market
Targ saptamanal Tufeni
Târgul săptămânal Hârsești

Stadiums & Teams in Ghimpețeni

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ghimpețeni

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geamăna AirfieldSmall Airport
Knezha AirstripSmall Airport
Slavovitsa AirstripSmall Airport
StaroseltsiSmall Airport
Svishtov AirfieldSmall Airport
Topoloveni AirfieldSmall Airport
Vabel AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ghimpețeni

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Ortodoxă Nicolae Titulescu

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
136 m (446 ft)
Founded
1787
Postal Code
237280

🇷🇴 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 Ghimpețeni

What is the population of Ghimpețeni?

Ghimpețeni has a population of 1,213 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 47.7 square miles.

Is Ghimpețeni expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,468, 75% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Ghimpețeni?

Ghimpețeni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches, with 16.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ghimpețeni?

There are 36 business establishments in the area.

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