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Sâmbotin, Romania

Gorj County · Romania

Sâmbotin is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 538. Elevation: 915 ft (279 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
538 Population 4/sq mi density
915 ft Elevation 279 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
36.2 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 Sâmbotin

The Sâmbotin is a right tributary of the river Jiu in Romania. It flows into the Jiu near the village Sâmbotin. Its length is 11 km (6.8 mi) and its basin size is 35 km2 (14 sq mi). The upper reach of the river is known as Viezuroiu.

People

Population538
Density4/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Population538
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Coordinates45.1333°, 23.3333°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceGorj County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation36.2 inches (918 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.0 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Sâmbotin

Sâmbotin is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 538. The city sits at an elevation of 915 feet (279 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.

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

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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

Sâmbotin experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 272 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 36.2 inches. The area receives 9.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 915 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above Romania avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Area129.9 sq mi (336.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates45.1333°N, 23.3333°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.2"
5% below Romania avg
Snowfall 9.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.62"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 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 11 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 78 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 12 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 16 km
May 24, 2002 2 km ESE of Pojejena, Romania M4.7 142 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 64 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 20 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 21 km
Aug 2, 2002 4 km SW of Moldova Nou?, Romania M4.5 143 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 17 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 138 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 9 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 89 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 61 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 94 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 121 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 76 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 25 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 27 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 27 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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

Sâmbotin 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").

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Radio Stations near Sâmbotin

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 Sâmbotin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Alexandru stefulescu" Gorj County Museum
"Ion Popescu Voitesti" Memorial House
"Maria Apostol" Museum Collection
Art Museum
Cartianu House Ethnographic Collection
Casa Memorială Ecaterina Teodoroiu
Folk Architecture Museum of Gorj
Lainici Monastery Museum Collection
Muzeul Cula Cartianu
Sacelu Museum Collection
Village Museum
Village Museum

Libraries in Sâmbotin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibleoteca Olimpia Bratu0.0
Librărie0.0

Farmers Markets in Sâmbotin

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Agroalimentare Piața Vulcan
Piața Centrală
Piața Lupeni

Stadiums & Teams in Sâmbotin

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Sâmbotin

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 Sâmbotin

4 airports within the area.

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

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
400 m (1,312 ft)
Area
210.0 km² (81.1 mi²)
Founded
1514
Postal Code
215100
Mayor
Constantin Bobaru
Website
bumbesti-jiu.ro/

🇷🇴 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 Sâmbotin

What is the population of Sâmbotin?

Sâmbotin has a population of 538 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 129.9 square miles.

Is Sâmbotin 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 Sâmbotin?

Sâmbotin 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 Sâmbotin?

There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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