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Potcoava, Romania
Olt · Romania
Potcoava is a small city in Olt, Romania with a population of 6,022. Elevation: 607 ft (185 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Potcoava
Potcoava is a town in Olt County, Muntenia, Romania. The town administers four villages: Potcoava-Fălcoeni, Sinești, Trufinești and Valea Merilor.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 6,022 |
| Population Density | 212 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 607 ft (185 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.4833°, 24.6500° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Olt |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.7 inches (601 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.7 inches (37 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,468 |
About Potcoava
Potcoava is a small city in Romania (Olt) with a population of 6,022. The city sits at an elevation of 607 feet (185 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Potcoava vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,468 |
| 75% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 181 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.2°F |
| 4% above Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 607 ft (185 m) |
| Area | 28.4 sq mi (73.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 212/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4833°N, 24.6500°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 53°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
Potcoava has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near Potcoava
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stabil Pitești | manele, petrecere | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Arges | romanian folk | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Potcoava
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Nicolae Titulescu" Memorial House | ||||
| Casa Memorială Nicolae Ceaușescu | ||||
| Centrul Muzeal „Aviator Alexandru Şerbănescu” | ||||
| Colecție Muzeală din Poboru | ||||
| Museum | ||||
| Muzeul Etnografic |
Libraries in Potcoava
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Marica | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Potcoava
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANGEL PAN - MAGAZIN MIXT | |||||
| Piața agroalimentară Costești | |||||
| Targ saptamanal Tufeni | |||||
| Târgul săptămânal Hârsești |
Airports Near Potcoava
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Geamăna Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Topoloveni Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Potcoava
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Ortodoxă Potcoava | |
| Biserica Potcoava | |
| Biserica Trufinești Sfântul Dimitrie |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Potcoava?
Potcoava has a population of 6,022 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 212 people per square mile, spread across 28.4 square miles.
Is Potcoava 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 Potcoava?
Potcoava enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches, with 14.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Potcoava?
There are 181 business establishments in the area.