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Preajba Mare, Romania
Gorj County · Romania
Preajba Mare is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 610. Elevation: 889 ft (271 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Preajba Mare
Târgu Jiu (Romanian pronunciation: [ˌtɨrɡu ˈʒiw], is the capital of Gorj County in the Oltenia region of Romania. It is situated on the Southern Sub-Carpathians, on the banks of the river Jiu. Eight localities are administered by the city: Bârsești, Drăgoieni, Iezureni, Polata, Preajba Mare, Romanești, Slobozia, and Ursați.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 610 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 889 ft (271 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.0637°, 23.3497° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Gorj County |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.2 inches (918 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.0 inches (23 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,468 |
About Preajba Mare
Preajba Mare is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 610. The city sits at an elevation of 889 feet (271 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Preajba Mare vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,468 |
| 75% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 18 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above Romania avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 889 ft (271 m) |
| Area | 46.4 sq mi (120.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0637°N, 23.3497°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
Preajba Mare has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 33°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and January the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near Preajba Mare
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95.7 BIG FM (US) | oldies | AAC | |
| Târgu Jiu Radio - RTJ 97.8 FM | local, local news | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Radio Crasna | latino, manele | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Preajba Mare
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Alexandru stefulescu" Gorj County Museum | ||||
| "Ion Popescu Voitesti" Memorial House | ||||
| "Maria Apostol" Museum Collection | ||||
| "Tudor Vladimirescu" Memorial House | ||||
| Art Museum | ||||
| Cartianu House Ethnographic Collection | ||||
| Casa Memorială Ecaterina Teodoroiu | ||||
| Ethnographic Collection | ||||
| Folk Architecture Museum of Gorj | ||||
| Lainici Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Muzeul Cula Cartianu | ||||
| Sacelu Museum Collection | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum |
Libraries in Preajba Mare
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibleoteca Olimpia Bratu | 0.0 | |||||
| Librărie | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Preajba Mare
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Centrală |
Stadiums & Teams in Preajba Mare
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Preajba Mare
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 Preajba Mare
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Craiova International Airport | CRA | Large Airport |
| Sibiu International Airport | SBZ | Large Airport |
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Drobeta-Turnu Severin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mihăița Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Predeşti SkyFun Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sibiu Hermann Oberth Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Preajba Mare
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserică | |
| Biserică |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Preajba Mare
What is the population of Preajba Mare?
Preajba Mare has a population of 610 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 46.4 square miles.
Is Preajba Mare 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 Preajba Mare?
Preajba Mare has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches, with 9.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Preajba Mare?
There are 18 business establishments in the area.