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Răchițele de Jos, Romania
Arges · Romania
Răchițele de Jos is a small town in Arges, Romania with a population of 568. Elevation: 1,427 ft (435 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Răchițele de Jos
Cocu is a commune in Argeș County, Muntenia, Romania. It is composed of eight villages: Bărbătești, Cocu, Crucișoara, Făcălețești, Greabănu, Popești, Răchițele de Jos, and Răchițele de Sus.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 568 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,427 ft (435 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.8858°, 24.6643° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Arges |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.0 inches (839 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 16.2 inches (41 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,256 |
About Răchițele de Jos
Răchițele de Jos is a small town in Romania (Arges) with a population of 568. The city sits at an elevation of 1,427 feet (435 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Răchițele de Jos vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,256 |
| 81% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 17 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,427 ft (435 m) |
| Area | 22.7 sq mi (58.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8858°N, 24.6643°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 1.5 in |
Răchițele de Jos has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 32°F in February to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (1.2").
Radio Stations near Răchițele de Jos
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stabil Pitești | manele, petrecere | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Arges | romanian folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| METRONOM FM | — | OGG 128 kbps |
Museums in Răchițele de Jos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Liviu Rebreanu" Memorial House | ||||
| "Nicolae Balcescu" Memorial Museum | ||||
| Arges County Museum | ||||
| Art Gallery | ||||
| Centrul Județean pentru Conservarea și Promovarea Culturii Tradiționale Argeș | ||||
| Colecție Muzeală din Poboru | ||||
| Museum of Sport in the Argeș County | ||||
| Muzeul Etnografic | ||||
| Muzeul Memorial Nicolae Bălcescu | ||||
| Naive Art Gallery | ||||
| Pitești prison memorial | ||||
| Planetarium |
Libraries in Răchițele de Jos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acasă | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca județeană "Dinicu Golescu" Argeș | 0.0 | |||||
| Libraria Emma | 0.0 | |||||
| Librărie | 0.0 | |||||
| Marica | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Răchițele de Jos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloc Mambo | |||||
| Complex 1 Trivale | |||||
| Micropiața CEAIR | |||||
| Piața agroalimentară Costești | |||||
| Piața CEAIR | |||||
| Piața Complex 2 | |||||
| Piața Craiovei | |||||
| Piața de legume Trivale | |||||
| Piața de legume Trivale | |||||
| Piața Găvana | |||||
| Piața Smârdan | |||||
| Piața Traian | |||||
| Piața Trivale | |||||
| Битпазар |
Stadiums & Teams in Răchițele de Jos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Răchițele de Jos
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Geamăna Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Piatra Craiului (Zărnești) Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Topoloveni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Răchițele de Jos
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centrul de reabilitare a persoanelor cu dizabilități Argeș |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Răchițele de Jos
What is the population of Răchițele de Jos?
Răchițele de Jos has a population of 568 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 22.7 square miles.
Is Răchițele de Jos expensive to live in?
The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Răchițele de Jos?
Răchițele de Jos has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches, with 16.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Răchițele de Jos?
There are 17 business establishments in the area.