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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

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
579 Population 591/sq mi density
686 ft Elevation 209 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Horăști

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

Population579
Density591/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Population579
Population Density591 / sq mi
Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Coordinates44.7859°, 23.0139°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceGorj County
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (893 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.9 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.

The median household income in Horăști is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Horăști vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Horăști experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 268 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 35.2 inches. The area receives 11.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 686 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density591/sq mi
Coordinates44.7859°N, 23.0139°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
8% below Romania avg
Snowfall 11.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.11"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

49 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 30, 2024.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 38 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 49 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 41 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 33 km
Oct 28, 1991 30 km ENE of Lapovo, Serbia M4.8 136 km
May 24, 2002 2 km ESE of Pojejena, Romania M4.7 111 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 92 km
Aug 2, 2002 4 km SW of Moldova Nou?, Romania M4.5 110 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 33 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 50 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 35 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 38 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 50 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 90 km
Jun 9, 2016 6 km S of Turija, Serbia M4.2 116 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 54 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 82 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 27 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 28 km
May 20, 2007 16 km NE of ?uprija, Serbia M3.9 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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").

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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

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Gheorghe Ionescu-Șișești" Museum
Strehaia Monastery Museum Collection

Libraries in Horăști

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunală Văgiuleşti0.0
Biblioteca Municipală Motru0.0

Farmers Markets in Horăști

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piata Centrala Motru

Stadiums & Teams in Horăști

TeamLeagueDivision

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.

AirportIATAType
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Drobeta-Turnu Severin AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăița AirstripSmall Airport
Predeşti SkyFun AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Horăști

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserică

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
187 m (614 ft)
Founded
1550
Postal Code
227075

🇷🇴 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 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.

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