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Gighera is a small town in Dolj, Romania with a population of 3,609. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
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About Gighera
Gighera is a commune in Dolj County, Oltenia, Romania with a population of 3,405 people. It is composed of three villages: Gighera, Nedeia and Zăval.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 3,609 |
| Population Density | 93 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.8500°, 23.8000° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Dolj |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.0 inches (659 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.7 inches (32 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,256 |
About Gighera
Gighera is a small town in Romania (Dolj) with a population of 3,609. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Gighera vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,256 |
| 81% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 108 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.7°F |
| 7% above Romania avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 39.0 sq mi (101.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 93/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8500°N, 23.8000°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| February | 35°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
Gighera has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 33°F in December to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.7") and January the driest (1.4").
Schools in Gighera
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Gimnazială Gighera | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Gighera
6 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 |
Museums in Gighera
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muzeul Mitre Arambașa | ||||
| Radetzky steamship museum | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Къща-музей Дико Илиев | ||||
| Поповото ханче |
Libraries in Gighera
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Orășenească "Mircea Rădină" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gighera
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Agroalimentară Sadova | |||||
| Piața Agroalimentară Segarcea | |||||
| Târgul Săptămânal | |||||
| Târgul Săptămânal |
Airports Near Gighera
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Craiova International Airport | CRA | Large Airport |
| Dolna Mitropoliya Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Balta Verde Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Borovan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brenitsa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Erden Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Knezha Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Koynare Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Krivodol Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mihăița Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Montana Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Predeşti SkyFun Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Selanovtsi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Slavovitsa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sokolare Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Staroseltsi | — | Small Airport |
| Vratsa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
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What is the population of Gighera?
Gighera has a population of 3,609 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 93 people per square mile, spread across 39.0 square miles.
Is Gighera 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 Gighera?
Gighera enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.0 inches, with 12.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Gighera?
There are 108 business establishments in the area.