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Runcurel, Romania

Gorj County · Romania

Runcurel is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 528. Elevation: 892 ft (272 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
528 Population 24/sq mi density
892 ft Elevation 272 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
35.2 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 Runcurel

Mătăsari is a commune in Gorj County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Brădet, Brădețel, Croici, Mătăsari and Runcurel.

People

Population528
Density24/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation892 ft (272 m)
Population528
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation892 ft (272 m)
Coordinates44.8591°, 23.0199°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceGorj County
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (893 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.9 inches (30 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Runcurel

Runcurel is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 528. 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.

The median household income in Runcurel is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: Runcurel vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Runcurel experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 268 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 35.2 inches. The area receives 11.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 892 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation892 ft (272 m)
Area22.3 sq mi (57.8 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates44.8591°N, 23.0199°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
8% below Romania avg
Snowfall 11.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.31"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

53 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 30 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 48 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 33 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 25 km
Oct 28, 1991 30 km ENE of Lapovo, Serbia M4.8 140 km
May 24, 2002 2 km ESE of Pojejena, Romania M4.7 112 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 84 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 25 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 45 km
Aug 2, 2002 4 km SW of Moldova Nou?, Romania M4.5 112 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 27 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 82 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 145 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 31 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 53 km
Jun 9, 2016 6 km S of Turija, Serbia M4.2 119 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 57 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 76 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 19 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 20 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) 1.7 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").

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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

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual 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

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibleoteca Olimpia Bratu0.0
Biblioteca Comunală Văgiuleşti0.0
Biblioteca Municipală Motru0.0

Farmers Markets in Runcurel

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Centrală
Piata Centrala Motru

Stadiums & Teams in Runcurel

TeamLeagueDivision

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.

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

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
247 m (810 ft)
Founded
1613
Postal Code
217295

🇷🇴 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 Runcurel

What is the population of Runcurel?

Runcurel has a population of 528 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 22.3 square miles.

Is Runcurel 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 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. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 11.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Runcurel?

There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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