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Rugi, Romania
Gorj County · Romania
Rugi is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 617. Elevation: 1,299 ft (396 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rugi
Bumbești-Jiu is a town in Gorj County, Oltenia, Romania, on the river Jiu. It administers four villages: Curtișoara, Lăzărești, Pleșa and Tetila. It officially became a town in 1989, as a result of the Romanian rural systematization program.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 617 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,299 ft (396 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.1366°, 23.2906° |
| 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 Rugi
Rugi is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 617. The city sits at an elevation of 1,299 feet (396 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: Rugi vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,468 |
| 75% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 19 |
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 | 1,299 ft (396 m) |
| Area | 46.4 sq mi (120.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.1366°N, 23.2906°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) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Rugi has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 33°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and January the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near Rugi
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 Rugi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Alexandru stefulescu" Gorj County Museum | ||||
| "Ion Popescu Voitesti" Memorial House | ||||
| "Maria Apostol" Museum Collection | ||||
| Art Museum | ||||
| Cartianu House Ethnographic Collection | ||||
| Casa Memorială Constantin Brâncuși | ||||
| Casa Memorială Ecaterina Teodoroiu | ||||
| Constantin Brâncuși Memorial House | ||||
| Folk Architecture Museum of Gorj | ||||
| Lainici Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Muzeul Cula Cartianu | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum |
Libraries in Rugi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibleoteca Olimpia Bratu | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rugi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agroalimentare Piața Vulcan | |||||
| Piața Centrală | |||||
| Piața Lupeni |
Stadiums & Teams in Rugi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Rugi
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 Rugi
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Drobeta-Turnu Severin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mihăița Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Săulești Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇷🇴 About Romania
Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rugi
What is the population of Rugi?
Rugi has a population of 617 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 46.4 square miles.
Is Rugi 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 Rugi?
Rugi 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 Rugi?
There are 19 business establishments in the area.