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Leleşti, Romania
Gorj County · Romania
Leleşti is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 1,951. Elevation: 978 ft (298 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Leleşti
Lelești is a commune in Gorj County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of three villages: Frătești, Lelești and Rasovița.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,951 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 978 ft (298 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.1000°, 23.2000° |
| 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 Leleşti
Leleşti is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 1,951. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet (298 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: Leleşti vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,468 |
| 75% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 59 |
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 | 978 ft (298 m) |
| Area | 101.0 sq mi (261.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.1000°N, 23.2000°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) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Leleşti has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 33°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and January the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near Leleşti
3 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 | |
| Radio Crasna | latino, manele | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Leleşti
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Alexandru stefulescu" Gorj County Museum | ||||
| "Ion Popescu Voitesti" Memorial House | ||||
| "Maria Apostol" Museum Collection | ||||
| Art Museum | ||||
| Cartianu House Ethnographic Collection | ||||
| Casa Memorială Constantin Brâncuși | ||||
| Casa Memorială Ecaterina Teodoroiu | ||||
| Constantin Brâncuși Memorial House | ||||
| Folk Architecture Museum of Gorj | ||||
| Lainici Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Muzeul Cula Cartianu | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum |
Libraries in Leleşti
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibleoteca Olimpia Bratu | 0.0 | |||||
| Librărie | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Leleşti
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Centrală |
Stadiums & Teams in Leleşti
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Leleşti
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straja Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Parâng | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Vidra | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Leleşti
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 |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Leleşti
What is the population of Leleşti?
Leleşti has a population of 1,951 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 101.0 square miles.
Is Leleşti 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 Leleşti?
Leleşti 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 Leleşti?
There are 59 business establishments in the area.