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Potopinu, Romania

Olt · Romania

Potopinu is a small town in Olt, Romania with a population of 698. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
698 Population 33/sq mi density
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
22.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
C+
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 Potopinu

Potopinu

Dobrosloveni is a commune in Olt County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Dobrosloveni, Frăsinetu, Potopinu, Reșca and Reșcuța.

People

Population698
Density33/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Population698
Population Density33 / sq mi
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates44.1938°, 24.3534°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceOlt
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation22.5 inches (571 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.3 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Potopinu

Potopinu is a small town in Romania (Olt) with a population of 698. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet (103 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Potopinu is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 21 business establishments.

Income: Potopinu vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)21

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Potopinu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 284 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 22.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above Romania avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Area21.0 sq mi (54.3 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates44.1938°N, 24.3534°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.5"
41% below Romania avg
Snowfall 8.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.76"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 20, 2023.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 136 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 139 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 136 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 113 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 141 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 139 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 132 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 148 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 121 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 44 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 141 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 139 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 134 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 114 km
Apr 17, 1990 4 km SW of Voite?tii din Vale, Romania M3.6 124 km
Jul 10, 2008 7 km NNW of Bâlta, Romania M3.4 149 km
Jun 27, 2008 5 km NE of Tele?ti, Romania M3.3 134 km
Jun 19, 2003 2 km ENE of Godine?ti, Romania M3.3 140 km
Jan 11, 2008 3 km SE of ?elaru, Romania M3.2 83 km
Apr 23, 1993 5 km N of Etropole, Bulgaria M3.1 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.4 in
February 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in
September 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in Driest
October 53°F (12°C) 1.4 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.7 in Coldest

Potopinu has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 33°F in December to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and September the driest (1.3").

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Museums in Potopinu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Iancu Jianu" Memorial House
Boian Plain Museum
Brancoveni Monastery Museum
Centrul Militar Slatina
Cetatea Geto Dacică
Clocociov Monastery Museum
Colecția de Arheologie și Etnografie
Museum
Museum of Romanati
Museum of Romanati. Fine Arts Department
Muzeul Vetre Strămoșești
Olt County Museum
Punct Muzeal
Village Museum

Libraries in Potopinu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană „Ion Minulescu”0.0
Librăria Nicolae Titulescu0.0

Farmers Markets in Potopinu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața
Piața Agroalimentară Caracal
Piața Frații Buzești
Piata Imaia
PIATA ZAHANA
Târg săptămânal Traian

Restaurants in Potopinu

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Popasul Sarpelui

Gas Stations in Potopinu

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Oilmet

Stadiums & Teams in Potopinu

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Airports Near Potopinu

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Craiova International AirportCRALarge Airport
Dolna Mitropoliya Air BaseMedium Airport
Balta Verde AirfieldSmall Airport
Geamăna AirfieldSmall Airport
Knezha AirstripSmall Airport
Mihăița AirstripSmall Airport
Predeşti SkyFun AirfieldSmall Airport
Selanovtsi AirfieldSmall Airport
Slavovitsa AirstripSmall Airport
Sokolare Highway StripSmall Airport
StaroseltsiSmall Airport
Topoloveni AirfieldSmall Airport
Vabel AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Potopinu

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Potopinu

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
90 m (295 ft)
Founded
1831
Postal Code
237250

🇷🇴 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 Potopinu

What is the population of Potopinu?

Potopinu has a population of 698 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 21.0 square miles.

Is Potopinu 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 Potopinu?

Potopinu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches, with 8.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Potopinu?

There are 21 business establishments in the area.

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