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Motru Sec, Romania

Gorj County · Romania

Motru Sec is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 981. Elevation: 1,220 ft (372 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
981 Population 5/sq mi density
1,220 ft Elevation 372 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 Motru Sec

Motru Sec

Padeș is a commune in Gorj County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of eight villages: Apa Neagră, Călugareni, Cerna-Sat, Cloșani, Motru-Sec, Orzești, Padeș and Văieni.

People

Population981
Density5/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)
Population981
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)
Coordinates45.0626°, 22.7926°
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 Motru Sec

Motru Sec is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 981. The city sits at an elevation of 1,220 feet (372 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 Motru Sec is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 29 business establishments.

Income: Motru Sec vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)29

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Motru Sec 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 1,220 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

Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)
Area197.6 sq mi (511.8 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates45.0626°N, 22.7926°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
8% below Romania avg
Snowfall 11.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.98"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

103 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 32 km
Jul 12, 1991 2 km S of Livezile, Romania M5.6 140 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 36 km
Dec 2, 1991 1 km SW of Ciacova, Romania M5.5 140 km
Jul 19, 1991 7 km ENE of Stari Lec, Serbia M5.1 139 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 32 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 28 km
Oct 28, 1991 30 km ENE of Lapovo, Serbia M4.8 138 km
Aug 14, 1991 2 km NE of Ghilad, Romania M4.7 136 km
Oct 13, 1994 6 km SSE of Giulv?z, Romania M4.7 148 km
May 24, 2002 2 km ESE of Pojejena, Romania M4.7 99 km
Aug 2, 1991 4 km ENE of Velika Greda, Serbia M4.7 136 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 134 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 61 km
Aug 2, 2002 4 km SW of Moldova Nou?, Romania M4.5 100 km
Aug 15, 1991 4 km ENE of Voiteg, Romania M4.5 127 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 22 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 59 km
Jul 19, 1991 4 km SSW of Banloc, Romania M4.4 135 km
Nov 21, 1991 4 km NE of Ghilad, Romania M4.4 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in Driest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.7 in
March 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.0 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.0 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Motru Sec has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 30°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and January the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Motru Sec

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 Motru Sec

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museul costumului popular gorjenesc

Ski Resorts Near Motru Sec

3 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

Airports Near Motru Sec

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caransebeş AirportCSBMedium Airport
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Drobeta-Turnu Severin AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
275 m (902 ft)
Area
91.1 km² (35.2 mi²)
Founded
1581
Mayor
Ilie-Ion Tudorescu
Website
baiadearama.ro/

🇷🇴 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 Motru Sec

What is the population of Motru Sec?

Motru Sec has a population of 981 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 197.6 square miles.

Is Motru Sec 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 Motru Sec?

Motru Sec 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 Motru Sec?

There are 29 business establishments in the area.

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