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Punghina, Romania

Mehedinți County · Romania

Punghina is a small town in Mehedinți County, Romania with a population of 3,322. Elevation: 299 ft (91 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

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C+ Fair
3,322 Population 150/sq mi density
299 ft Elevation 91 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$12,528 Median Income
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2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$12,528 median income

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About Punghina

Punghina

Punghina is a commune located in Mehedinți County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Cearângu, Drincea, Măgurele, Punghina, Recea.

People

Population3,322
Density150/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$12,528

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Population3,322
Population Density150 / sq mi
Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Coordinates44.2819°, 22.9347°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMehedinți County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (865 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.6 inches (29 cm)
Median Household Income$12,528

About Punghina

Punghina is a small town in Romania (Mehedinți County) with a population of 3,322. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet (91 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Punghina is $12,528, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 100 business establishments.

Income: Punghina vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$12,528
83% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)100

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Punghina experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 280 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 34.1 inches. The area receives 11.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Area22.1 sq mi (57.3 km²)
Population Density150/sq mi
Coordinates44.2819°N, 22.9347°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below Romania avg
Snowfall 11.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.68"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

61 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 30, 2024.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 93 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 79 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 96 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 89 km
Oct 28, 1991 30 km ENE of Lapovo, Serbia M4.8 118 km
May 24, 2002 2 km ESE of Pojejena, Romania M4.7 118 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 148 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 96 km
Aug 2, 2002 4 km SW of Moldova Nou?, Romania M4.5 115 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 89 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 91 km
Dec 16, 1994 15 km NNE of Jagodina, Serbia M4.3 128 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 146 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 61 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 92 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 130 km
Jun 12, 2023 9 km WSW of Paraćin, Serbia M4.2 140 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 61 km
Jun 9, 2016 6 km S of Turija, Serbia M4.2 106 km
Jun 22, 2002 13 km NNE of Jagodina, Serbia M4.1 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.5 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.7 in Wettest
July 76°F (24°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.0 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.0 in Coldest

Punghina has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 34°F in December to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.7") and January the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Punghina

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Lagoshevtsi (BG) ambient, folk MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Punghina

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Къща на срещите

Farmers Markets in Punghina

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piata Gruia
Piața publică - public marketplace

Stadiums & Teams in Punghina

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Punghina

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Drobeta-Turnu Severin AirfieldSmall Airport
Medovnitsa AirstripSmall Airport
Mihăița AirstripSmall Airport
Predeşti SkyFun AirfieldSmall Airport
Vidin Smurdan AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
79 m (259 ft)
Founded
1891
Postal Code
227490

🇷🇴 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 Punghina

What is the population of Punghina?

Punghina has a population of 3,322 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 150 people per square mile, spread across 22.1 square miles.

Is Punghina expensive to live in?

The median household income is $12,528, 83% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Punghina?

Punghina has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches, with 11.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Punghina?

There are 100 business establishments in the area.

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