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Valea Mare, Romania

Vaslui County · Romania

Valea Mare is a small town in Vaslui County, Romania with a population of 780. Elevation: 469 ft (143 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
780 Population 101/sq mi density
469 ft Elevation 143 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
24.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$20,412 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
$20,412 median income

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About Valea Mare

Rafaila – wieś w Rumunii, w okręgu Vaslui, w gminie Rafaila. W 2011 roku liczyła 1835 mieszkańców.

People

Population780
Density101/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,412

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation469 ft (143 m)
Population780
Population Density101 / sq mi
Elevation469 ft (143 m)
Coordinates46.8322°, 27.3281°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceVaslui County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation24.1 inches (611 mm)
Annual Snowfall38.4 inches (97 cm)
Median Household Income$20,412

About Valea Mare

Valea Mare is a small town in Romania (Vaslui County) with a population of 780. The city sits at an elevation of 469 feet (143 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Valea Mare is $20,412, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 23 business establishments.

Income: Valea Mare vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$20,412
73% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Valea Mare experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 262 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 24.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 38.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 469 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below Romania avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation469 ft (143 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (20.0 km²)
Population Density101/sq mi
Coordinates46.8322°N, 27.3281°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.1"
37% below Romania avg
Snowfall 38.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.43"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

248 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

May 30, 1990 5 km W of Nistore?ti, Romania M7.0 121 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 121 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 135 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 138 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 129 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 134 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 145 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 145 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 139 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 142 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 134 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 136 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 104 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 146 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 141 km
Oct 23, 1992 2 km NE of Paltin, Romania M4.8 124 km
Jan 31, 2020 5 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 132 km
Sep 27, 2004 17 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 142 km
Jan 31, 1991 5 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 139 km
Sep 10, 2014 14 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.7 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 29°F (-1°C) 1.0 in Coldest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in
April 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Valea Mare has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 29°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Valea Mare

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
USV Radio -Universitatea Stefan cel Mare Suceava music, student radio MP3 320 kbps
Radio Doxologia MP3 64 kbps
Smile FM Romania -Vaslui-Huși-Negrești-Bârlad 93.2 FM contemporary, news MP3 128 kbps
Smile FM (MD) chr, hits AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Iasi Fm music, news AAC+ 128 kbps
Radio Dada fusion, jazz AAC+ 64 kbps
Rock Now Radio classic rock, rock MP3 128 kbps
Terranova Radio ambient, music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Valea Mare

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Muzeul Satului

Libraries in Valea Mare

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca "Constantin Macarovici"0.0
Biblioteca "Elena Cuza"0.0
Biblioteca Locală Ciurea0.0

Farmers Markets in Valea Mare

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară

Ski Resorts Near Valea Mare

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pârtia Gura Bustei - Viișoara 0.0 $0

Airports Near Valea Mare

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacău George Enescu International AirportBCMLarge Airport
Iaşi International AirportIASLarge Airport
Amicii Dabija AirfieldSmall Airport
Iaşi SudSmall Airport
Mărgineni AirfieldSmall Airport
Onesti AirifeldSmall Airport
Sarata AirfieldSmall Airport
Viișoara AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
321 m (1,053 ft)
Founded
1600
Postal Code
737541

🇷🇴 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 Valea Mare

What is the population of Valea Mare?

Valea Mare has a population of 780 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 101 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles.

Is Valea Mare expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,412, 73% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Valea Mare?

Valea Mare has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches, with 38.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Valea Mare?

There are 23 business establishments in the area.

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