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Horezu, Romania

Olt · Romania

Horezu is a small town in Olt, Romania with a population of 635. Elevation: 528 ft (161 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
635 Population 25/sq mi density
528 ft Elevation 161 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
27.3 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 Horezu

Horezu

Horezu is a town located in Vâlcea County, Oltenia, Romania. It administers six villages: Ifrimești, Râmești, Romanii de Jos, Romanii de Sus, Tănăsești, and Urșani.

People

Population635
Density25/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Population635
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Coordinates44.4700°, 23.9604°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceOlt
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation27.3 inches (693 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.1 inches (28 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Horezu

Horezu is a small town in Romania (Olt) with a population of 635. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet (161 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.

The median household income in Horezu is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: Horezu vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Horezu

Horezu has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (23.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 635 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -0.5°C / 31°F -4.1° / 3° 42.6
Feb 1.9°C / 35°F -2.3° / 6.1° 33.6
Mar 6.8°C / 44°F 1.7° / 12° 46.4
Apr 12.4°C / 54°F 6.6° / 18.3° 48.7
May 17.5°C / 64°F 11.4° / 23.6° 67.8
Jun 21.4°C / 71°F 15.1° / 27.8° 74.6
Jul 23.5°C / 74°F 16.9° / 30.2° 72.0
Aug 23.6°C / 74°F 17° / 30.3° 47.0
Sep 18.5°C / 65°F 12.4° / 24.6° 53.2
Oct 12.5°C / 55°F 7.3° / 17.6° 50.8
Nov 6.2°C / 43°F 2.5° / 9.9° 48.2
Dec 0.6°C / 33°F -2.6° / 3.8° 50.0
Horezu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 280 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 27.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area25.4 sq mi (65.9 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates44.4700°N, 23.9604°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.3"
28% below Romania avg
Snowfall 11.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.99"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 131 km
Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 92 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 96 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 92 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 71 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 97 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 95 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 88 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 150 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 146 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 125 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 110 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 128 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 84 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 97 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 95 km
Sep 17, 1991 14 km SE of Dubova, Romania M3.8 122 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 90 km
Jan 28, 1995 14 km NW of Dâmbovicioara, Romania M3.8 150 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 85 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 (1°C) 1.4 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in
June 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.0 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
October 53°F (11°C) 1.7 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.9 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.7 in Coldest

Horezu has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Horezu

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Veche Horezu
Școala nouă Horezu
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Radio Stations near Horezu

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 Horezu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Marin Sorescu" National Theatre Museum
"Theodor Balasel" Memorial House
Art Museum
Elena Farago Memorial House
Museum Collection of the Orthodox Metropolitan Seat of Oltenia
Museum of Oltenia. "Bania House" Ethnographic Department
Museum of Oltenia. History and Archaeology Department
Museum of Oltenia. Natural Sciences Department
Olt County Museum. Folk Pottery Department in Bals

Libraries in Horezu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană Alexandru și Aristia Aman0.0
Biblioteca Orășenească Petre Pandrea0.0
Biblioteca Universității din Craiova0.0
Biblioteca Universității din Craiova0.0
Librăria Elena Farago0.0

Farmers Markets in Horezu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hala de carne
Harmony Decor
Harmony Decor
Orizont
Piața 1 Mai
Piața 1 Mai
Piața Agroalimentară Balș
Piața Brazda lui Novac
Piața Centrală
Piața Chiriac
Piața Gării
Piața Gării
Piata Imaia
Piața Mare
Piața Rovine
Piața Rovine
Piața Valea Roșie
Piața Valea Roșie
Piața Veche
Târgul Municipal Zilnic

Bus Stations in Horezu

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stația Horezu Vechi
Stația Școala Horezu

Stadiums & Teams in Horezu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Horezu

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Craiova International AirportCRALarge Airport
Balta Verde AirfieldSmall Airport
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăița AirstripSmall Airport
Predeşti SkyFun AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
173 m (568 ft)
Postal Code
237135

🇷🇴 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 Horezu

What is the population of Horezu?

Horezu has a population of 635 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 25.4 square miles.

Is Horezu 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 Horezu?

Horezu 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 Horezu?

There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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