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Valea Pojarului, Romania
Gorj County · Romania
Valea Pojarului is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 532. Elevation: 994 ft (303 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Valea Pojarului
Bustuchin is a commune in Gorj County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of eight villages: Bustuchin, Cionți, Motorgi, Nămete, Poiana-Seciuri, Poienița, Pojaru, and Valea Pojarului.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 532 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 994 ft (303 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.9323°, 23.7270° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Gorj County |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.2 inches (918 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.0 inches (23 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,468 |
About Valea Pojarului
Valea Pojarului is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 532. The city sits at an elevation of 994 feet (303 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.
Income: Valea Pojarului vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,468 |
| 75% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 16 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above Romania avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 994 ft (303 m) |
| Area | 24.8 sq mi (64.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9323°N, 23.7270°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
Valea Pojarului has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 32°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (1.4").
Radio Stations near Valea Pojarului
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 Pojarului
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Tudor Vladimirescu" Memorial House | ||||
| Colecția Muzeală de arte | ||||
| Ethnographic Collection | ||||
| Sacelu Museum Collection | ||||
| Village Collection | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum Collection |
Farmers Markets in Valea Pojarului
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Târgul Săptămânal |
Ski Resorts Near Valea Pojarului
4 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 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Valea Pojarului
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Craiova International Airport | CRA | Large Airport |
| Balta Verde Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mihăița Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Predeşti SkyFun Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
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What is the population of Valea Pojarului?
Valea Pojarului has a population of 532 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 24.8 square miles.
Is Valea Pojarului 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 Pojarului?
Valea Pojarului 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 Valea Pojarului?
There are 16 business establishments in the area.