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Racovița, Romania

Olt · Romania

Racovița is a small town in Olt, Romania with a population of 574. Elevation: 397 ft (121 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
574 Population 26/sq mi density
397 ft Elevation 121 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
27.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
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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 Racovița

Racovița

Balș is a town in Olt County, Oltenia, Romania. The town administers three villages: Corbeni, Româna, and Teiș.

People

Population574
Density26/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Population574
Population Density26 / sq mi
Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates44.3152°, 24.1201°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceOlt
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation27.3 inches (693 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.1 inches (28 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Racovița

Racovița is a small town in Romania (Olt) with a population of 574. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet (121 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Racovița is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Racovița vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Racovița

Racovița has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (23.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 635 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -0.5°C / 31°F -4.1° / 3° 42.6
Feb 1.9°C / 35°F -2.3° / 6.1° 33.6
Mar 6.8°C / 44°F 1.7° / 12° 46.4
Apr 12.4°C / 54°F 6.6° / 18.3° 48.7
May 17.5°C / 64°F 11.4° / 23.6° 67.8
Jun 21.4°C / 71°F 15.1° / 27.8° 74.6
Jul 23.5°C / 74°F 16.9° / 30.2° 72.0
Aug 23.6°C / 74°F 17° / 30.3° 47.0
Sep 18.5°C / 65°F 12.4° / 24.6° 53.2
Oct 12.5°C / 55°F 7.3° / 17.6° 50.8
Nov 6.2°C / 43°F 2.5° / 9.9° 48.2
Dec 0.6°C / 33°F -2.6° / 3.8° 50.0
Racovița enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°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 27.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Area22.6 sq mi (58.4 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates44.3152°N, 24.1201°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.3"
28% below Romania avg
Snowfall 11.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.87"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 150 km
Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 114 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 117 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 114 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 92 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 118 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 116 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 110 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 142 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 149 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 144 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 117 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 63 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 116 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 118 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 111 km
Sep 17, 1991 14 km SE of Dubova, Romania M3.8 137 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 100 km
Apr 17, 1990 4 km SW of Voite?tii din Vale, Romania M3.6 102 km
Sep 15, 1991 3 km NNE of Tople?, Romania M3.5 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.4 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
June 69°F (20°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.9 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.7 in Coldest

Racovița has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 32°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (1.4").

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Radio Stations near Racovița

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
UMF Craiova - Universitatea de Medicină și Farmacie music, student radio MP3 128 kbps
Marionet Online Radio classic rock, jazz MP3 192 kbps
Radio Badita Popular folk, manele MP3 128 kbps
Sud Radio -Craiova 97.4 FM local news, local radio MP3
Sound Four You -Craiova 128.0 DAB 80's, 90's MP3 128 kbps
Radio Sud Craiova 97,4 FM news, pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Racovița

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Iancu Jianu" Memorial House
Brancoveni Monastery Museum
Centrul Militar Slatina
Clocociov Monastery Museum
Colecția de Arheologie și Etnografie
Museum of Romanati
Museum of Romanati. Fine Arts Department
Olt County Museum
Olt County Museum. Folk Pottery Department in Bals

Libraries in Racovița

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană „Ion Minulescu”0.0
Biblioteca Leu0.0
Biblioteca Orășenească Petre Pandrea0.0

Farmers Markets in Racovița

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară Balș
Piața Agroalimentară Caracal
Piața Frații Buzești
Piata Imaia

Stadiums & Teams in Racovița

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Racovița

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Craiova International AirportCRALarge Airport
Balta Verde AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăița AirstripSmall Airport
Predeşti SkyFun AirfieldSmall Airport
Selanovtsi AirfieldSmall Airport
Slavovitsa AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Racovița

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Acoperământul Maicii Domnului
Biserica Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gavriil
Mănăstirea Măinești

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Area
37.0 km² (14.3 mi²)
Founded
1564
Postal Code
235100
Mayor
Cătălin-Ștefan Rotea
Website
primariabals.eu

🇷🇴 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 Racovița

What is the population of Racovița?

Racovița has a population of 574 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 22.6 square miles.

Is Racovița 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 Racovița?

Racovița 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 77°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches, with 11.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Racovița?

There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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