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Nucşoara, Romania

Arges · Romania

Nucşoara is a small town in Arges, Romania with a population of 1,687. Elevation: 2,434 ft (742 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,687 Population 75/sq mi density
2,434 ft Elevation 742 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 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
$14,256 median income

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About Nucşoara

Nucşoara

Nucșoara is a commune in Argeș County, Muntenia, Romania. It is composed of four villages: Gruiu, Nucșoara, Sboghițești and Slatina.

People

Population1,687
Density75/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation2,434 ft (742 m)
Population1,687
Population Density75 / sq mi
Elevation2,434 ft (742 m)
Coordinates45.3333°, 24.7833°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceArges
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (669 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.8 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Nucşoara

Nucşoara is a small town in Romania (Arges) with a population of 1,687. The city sits at an elevation of 2,434 feet (742 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Nucşoara is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 51 business establishments.

Income: Nucşoara vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$14,256
81% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)51

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Nucşoara experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,434 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below Romania avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,434 ft (742 m)
Area22.4 sq mi (58.0 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates45.3333°N, 24.7833°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.3"
31% below Romania avg
Snowfall 3.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.74"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

295 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.1 on May 16, 2025.

Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 149 km
Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 127 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 110 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 146 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 135 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 133 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 119 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 147 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 147 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 122 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 146 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 127 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 132 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 139 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 141 km
Jan 31, 1991 5 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 149 km
Oct 6, 1990 2 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.8 115 km
Sep 27, 2004 17 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 138 km
Jan 23, 2014 3 km W of Nehoiu, Romania M4.7 116 km
Mar 29, 2014 10 km N of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.2 in
March 36°F (2°C) 1.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.0 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.8 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.4 in

Nucşoara has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 27°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (1.2").

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Radio Stations near Nucşoara

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
PlayRadio Urban AAC 192 kbps
Stabil Pitești manele, petrecere MP3 128 kbps
Radio Arges romanian folk MP3 128 kbps
METRONOM FM OGG 128 kbps

Museums in Nucşoara

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Iordachescu George Adrian
Arges Royal Court and Church Mediaeval Ensemble
Casa Muzeu Vasile Muntean
Curtea de Argeș City Museum
Curtea de Arges City Museum. Ethnography and Folk Art Department
Curtea de Argeș Orthodox Monastery Museum Collection
Ethnography Museum
Expozitie de costume populare
Mediaeval Art Exhibition
Museum and Archaelogical Park of the Roman Camp of Jidava
Muzeul Automobilului Românesc
Poienari Fortress
Village Museum Collection

Libraries in Nucşoara

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Cepari0.0
Biblioteca comunală Arefu0.0
Biblioteca Comunală Șuici0.0
Biblioteca Comunei Tigveni0.0
Biblioteca Municipală0.0

Farmers Markets in Nucşoara

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chivu COM
Piața Agroalimentară Centrală
Piata Agroalimentară Ivancea
Piata Agroalimentara Posada

Stadiums & Teams in Nucşoara

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Nucşoara

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brașov-Ghimbav International AirportGHVLarge Airport
Sibiu International AirportSBZLarge Airport
Geamăna AirfieldSmall Airport
Ghimbav AerodromeSmall Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Piatra Craiului (Zărnești) AerodromeSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport
Topoloveni AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nucşoara

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Intrarea în biserică a Maicii Domnului
Intrarea în biserică a Maicii Domnului

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
540 m (1,772 ft)
Postal Code
117285

🇷🇴 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 Nucşoara

What is the population of Nucşoara?

Nucşoara has a population of 1,687 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 75 people per square mile, spread across 22.4 square miles.

Is Nucşoara expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Nucşoara?

Nucşoara has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Nucşoara?

There are 51 business establishments in the area.

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