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Valea, Romania
Gorj County · Romania
Valea is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 866. Elevation: 627 ft (191 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Valea
Holy Trinity Monastery is a Romanian Orthodox monastery in Romania, located in Strâmba-Jiu village, Turceni town, Gorj County, Romania.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 866 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.7224°, 23.2029° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Gorj County |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.1 inches (865 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.6 inches (29 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,468 |
About Valea
Valea is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 866. The city sits at an elevation of 627 feet (191 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Valea vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,468 |
| 75% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 26 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) |
| Area | 56.0 sq mi (145.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.7224°N, 23.2029°W |
| 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 (1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
Valea has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 33°F in December to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near Valea
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 Valea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Constantin Radulescu-Motru" Memorial House | ||||
| Ethnografic Collection | ||||
| Gura Motrului Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Strehaia Monastery Museum Collection |
Libraries in Valea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunală Văgiuleşti | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipală Motru | 0.0 | |||||
| Librărie | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Valea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piata Centrala Motru |
Stadiums & Teams in Valea
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Valea
3 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 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Valea
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Craiova International Airport | CRA | Large Airport |
| Balta Verde Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Drobeta-Turnu Severin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mihăița Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Predeşti SkyFun Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Vidin Smurdan Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇷🇴 About Romania
Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Valea
What is the population of Valea?
Valea has a population of 866 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 56.0 square miles.
Is Valea 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 Valea?
Valea has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches, with 11.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Valea?
There are 26 business establishments in the area.