Polovragi, Romania
Gorj County · Romania
Polovragi is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 2,231. Elevation: 1,998 ft (609 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Polovragi
Polovragi is a commune in Gorj County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of two villages, Polovragi and Racovița.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,231 |
| Population Density | 43 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,998 ft (609 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.1833°, 23.8000° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Gorj County |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.0 inches (837 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 15.4 inches (39 cm) |
About Polovragi
Polovragi is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 2,231. The city sits at an elevation of 1,998 feet (609 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,998 ft (609 m) |
| Area | 51.6 sq mi (133.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 43/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.1833°N, 23.8000°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.9 in |
Polovragi has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 26°F in February to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (1.5").
Schools in Polovragi
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala generală Polovragi | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Polovragi
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Crasna | latino, manele | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Polovragi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bistrita Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Casa Memorială IG Duca | ||||
| Colecția Muzeală de arte | ||||
| Ethnographic Collection | ||||
| Horezu Contemporary Folk Art Gallery | ||||
| Hurezi Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Muzeul Civilizației Montane | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum Collection |
Libraries in Polovragi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Orășenească "Ada Orleanu" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Polovragi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața agroalimentară Horezu |
Monuments in Polovragi
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Polovragi
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Polovragi
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Polovragi
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 Polovragi
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sibiu International Airport | SBZ | Large Airport |
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Măgura Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sibiu Hermann Oberth Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Polovragi
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficiul poștal Polovragi |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Polovragi
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica bolniță Sf.Nicolae | |
| Biserica Mânăstirii Polovragi | |
| Biserica Mânăstirii Polovragi | |
| Biserica Sfântul Dumitru | |
| Biserica Sfântul Nicolae |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Polovragi?
Polovragi has a population of 2,231 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 51.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Polovragi?
Polovragi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches, with 15.4 inches of snow.
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