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Lihulești, Romania

Gorj County · Romania

Lihulești is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 860. Elevation: 1,106 ft (337 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
860 Population 17/sq mi density
1,106 ft Elevation 337 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
36.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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People

Population860
Density17/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation1,106 ft (337 m)
Population860
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation1,106 ft (337 m)
Coordinates44.9858°, 23.6591°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceGorj County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation36.2 inches (918 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.0 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Lihulești

Lihulești is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 860. The city sits at an elevation of 1,106 feet (337 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Lihulești is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 26 business establishments.

Income: Lihulești vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)26

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Lihulești experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 272 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 36.2 inches. The area receives 9.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,106 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above Romania avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,106 ft (337 m)
Area49.6 sq mi (128.4 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates44.9858°N, 23.6591°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.2"
5% below Romania avg
Snowfall 9.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.35"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 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 99 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 41 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 93 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 11 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 47 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 43 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 141 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 105 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 90 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 34 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 109 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 99 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 106 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 146 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 50 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 48 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 46 km
Sep 17, 1991 14 km SE of Dubova, Romania M3.8 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 1.4 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
June 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 74°F (24°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.5 in
September 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
November 40°F (5°C) 2.0 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.0 in Coldest

Lihulești has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 33°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (1.4").

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Radio Stations near Lihulești

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 Lihulești

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Ion Popescu Voitesti" Memorial House
"Tudor Vladimirescu" Memorial House
Colecția Muzeală de arte
Ethnographic Collection
Sacelu Museum Collection
Village Museum
Village Museum

Farmers Markets in Lihulești

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Târgul Săptămânal

Ski Resorts Near Lihulești

6 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
Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș 0.0 $0
Arena Platoș 0.0 $0

Airports Near Lihulești

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lihulești

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
biserica

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest

🇷🇴 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 Lihulești

What is the population of Lihulești?

Lihulești has a population of 860 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 49.6 square miles.

Is Lihulești 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 Lihulești?

Lihulești has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches, with 9.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lihulești?

There are 26 business establishments in the area.

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