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Horăști, Romania
Gorj County · Romania
Horăști is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 579. Elevation: 686 ft (209 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Horăști
Motru is a city in Romania, Gorj County. It is situated on the river Motru and its tributary, the river Ploștina, in western Oltenia. The county capital Târgu Jiu is located about 35 km (22 mi) northeast. The city administers eight villages: Dealu Pomilor, Horăști, Însurăței, Leurda, Lupoița, Ploștina, Roșiuța, and Râpa.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 579 |
| Population Density | 591 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.7859°, 23.0139° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Gorj County |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.2 inches (893 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.9 inches (30 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,468 |
About Horăști
Horăști is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 579. The city sits at an elevation of 686 feet (209 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Horăști vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,468 |
| 75% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 17 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 591/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.7859°N, 23.0139°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
Horăști has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 33°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near Horăști
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95.7 BIG FM (US) | oldies | AAC | |
| Târgu Jiu Radio - RTJ 97.8 FM | local, local news | MP3 32 kbps |
Museums in Horăști
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Gheorghe Ionescu-Șișești" Museum | ||||
| Strehaia Monastery Museum Collection |
Libraries in Horăști
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunală Văgiuleşti | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipală Motru | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Horăști
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piata Centrala Motru |
Stadiums & Teams in Horăști
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Horăști
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straja Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Muntele Mic | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Parâng | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Vidra | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Horăști
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Drobeta-Turnu Severin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mihăița Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Predeşti SkyFun Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Horăști
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserică |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Horăști
What is the population of Horăști?
Horăști has a population of 579 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 591 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.
Is Horăști 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 Horăști?
Horăști has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 11.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Horăști?
There are 17 business establishments in the area.