Potcoava, Romania
Olt · Romania
Potcoava is a small city in Olt, Romania with a population of 5,229. Elevation: 607 ft (185 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°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 Potcoava
Potcoava is a town in Olt County, Muntenia, Romania. The town administers four villages: Potcoava-Fălcoeni, Sinești, Trufinești and Valea Merilor.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,229 |
| Population Density | 184 / 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) |
About Potcoava
Potcoava is a small city in Romania (Olt) with a population of 5,229. 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.2°F |
| 4% above Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 607 ft (185 m) |
| Area | 28.4 sq mi (73.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 184/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4833°N, 24.6500°E |
| 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
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What is the population of Potcoava?
Potcoava has a population of 5,229 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 184 people per square mile, spread across 28.4 square miles.
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. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches, with 14.7 inches of snow.
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