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Şimnicu de Sus, Romania

Dolj · Romania

Şimnicu de Sus is a small town in Dolj, Romania with a population of 4,380. Elevation: 505 ft (154 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

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4,380 Population 114/sq mi density
505 ft Elevation 154 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
27.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 Median Income
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Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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2.6 / 5.0
$14,256 median income

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About Şimnicu de Sus

Șimnicu de Sus is a commune in Dolj County, Oltenia, Romania with a population of 5,733 people as of 2021. It is composed of twelve villages: Albești, Cornetu, Deleni, Dudovicești, Duțulești, Florești, Izvor, Jieni, Leșile, Milești, Românești, and Șimnicu de Sus.

People

Population4,380
Density114/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation505 ft (154 m)
Population4,380
Population Density114 / sq mi
Elevation505 ft (154 m)
Coordinates44.3833°, 23.8000°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceDolj
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$14,256

About Şimnicu de Sus

Şimnicu de Sus is a small town in Romania (Dolj) with a population of 4,380. The city sits at an elevation of 505 feet (154 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 Şimnicu de Sus is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 131 business establishments.

Income: Şimnicu de Sus vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$14,256
81% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)131

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Şimnicu de Sus

Şimnicu de Sus 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
Şimnicu de Sus 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 505 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

Elevation505 ft (154 m)
Area38.5 sq mi (99.8 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates44.3833°N, 23.8000°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.3"
28% below Romania avg
Snowfall 11.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.95"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 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 M5.6 124 km
Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 93 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 96 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 92 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 75 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 96 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 95 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 115 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 89 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 126 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 118 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 84 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 95 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 94 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 87 km
Sep 17, 1991 14 km SE of Dubova, Romania M3.8 111 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 98 km
Apr 17, 1990 4 km SW of Voite?tii din Vale, Romania M3.6 83 km
Sep 15, 1991 3 km NNE of Tople?, Romania M3.5 120 km
Jul 10, 2008 7 km NNW of Bâlta, Romania M3.4 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in
June 69°F (20°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.8 in Coldest

Şimnicu de Sus has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 33°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (1.4").

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Radio Stations near Şimnicu de Sus

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 Şimnicu de Sus

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Marin Sorescu" National Theatre Museum
Art Museum
Elena Farago Memorial House
Museum Collection of the Orthodox Metropolitan Seat of Oltenia
Museum of Oltenia. "Bania House" Ethnographic Department
Museum of Oltenia. History and Archaeology Department
Museum of Oltenia. Natural Sciences Department

Libraries in Şimnicu de Sus

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană Alexandru și Aristia Aman0.0
Biblioteca Leu0.0
Biblioteca Universității din Craiova0.0
Biblioteca Universității din Craiova0.0
Librăria Elena Farago0.0

Farmers Markets in Şimnicu de Sus

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hala de carne
Harmony Decor
Harmony Decor
Orizont
Piața 1 Mai
Piața 1 Mai
Piața Brazda lui Novac
Piața Centrală
Piața Chiriac
Piața Gării
Piața Gării
Piața Mare
Piața Rovine
Piața Rovine
Piața Valea Roșie
Piața Valea Roșie
Piața Veche
Târgul Municipal Zilnic

Stadiums & Teams in Şimnicu de Sus

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Şimnicu de Sus

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Craiova International AirportCRALarge Airport
Balta Verde AirfieldSmall Airport
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăița AirstripSmall Airport
Predeşti SkyFun AirfieldSmall Airport
Selanovtsi AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
176 m (577 ft)
Founded
1570
Postal Code
207405

🇷🇴 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 Şimnicu de Sus

What is the population of Şimnicu de Sus?

Şimnicu de Sus has a population of 4,380 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 114 people per square mile, spread across 38.5 square miles.

Is Şimnicu de Sus expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Şimnicu de Sus?

Şimnicu de Sus 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 Şimnicu de Sus?

There are 131 business establishments in the area.

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