Runcurel, Romania
Gorj County · Romania
Runcurel is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 3,538. Elevation: 892 ft (272 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Runcurel
Mătăsari is a commune in Gorj County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Brădet, Brădețel, Croici, Mătăsari and Runcurel.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,538 |
| Population Density | 159 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 892 ft (272 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.8591°, 23.0199° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Gorj County |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.2 inches (893 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.9 inches (30 cm) |
About Runcurel
Runcurel is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 3,538. The city sits at an elevation of 892 feet (272 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 892 ft (272 m) |
| Area | 22.3 sq mi (57.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 159/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8591°N, 23.0199°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Runcurel has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 33°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near Runcurel
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 Runcurel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Gheorghe Ionescu-Șișești" Museum | ||||
| Art Museum | ||||
| Casa Memorială Constantin Brâncuși | ||||
| Constantin Brâncuși Memorial House | ||||
| Museul costumului popular gorjenesc | ||||
| Strehaia Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum |
Libraries in Runcurel
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibleoteca Olimpia Bratu | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunală Văgiuleşti | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipală Motru | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Runcurel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Centrală | |||||
| Piata Centrala Motru |
Stadiums & Teams in Runcurel
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Runcurel
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straja Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Muntele Mic | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Parâng | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Vidra | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Runcurel
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Drobeta-Turnu Severin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mihăița Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Predeşti SkyFun Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
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What is the population of Runcurel?
Runcurel has a population of 3,538 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 159 people per square mile, spread across 22.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Runcurel?
Runcurel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 11.9 inches of snow.
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