Velesti, Romania
Dolj · Romania
Velesti is a small town in Dolj, Romania with a population of 747. Elevation: 909 ft (277 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Velesti
Murgași is a commune in Dolj County, Oltenia, Romania with a population of 2,191 people as of 2021. It is composed of eight villages: Balota de Jos, Balota de Sus, Bușteni, Gaia, Murgași, Picăturile, Rupturile, and Velești.
People
Climate
| Population | 747 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 909 ft (277 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.6005°, 23.7892° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Dolj |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.3 inches (693 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.1 inches (28 cm) |
About Velesti
Velesti is a small town in Romania (Dolj) with a population of 747. The city sits at an elevation of 909 feet (277 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.1°F |
| 4% above Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 909 ft (277 m) |
| Area | 40.8 sq mi (105.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6005°N, 23.7892°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
Velesti has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (1.4").
Radio Stations near Velesti
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 Velesti
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Tudor Vladimirescu" Memorial House | ||||
| Village Museum |
Farmers Markets in Velesti
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harmony Decor | |||||
| Harmony Decor | |||||
| Tarabe piață | |||||
| Târgul Săptămânal |
Airports Near Velesti
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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What is the population of Velesti?
Velesti has a population of 747 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 40.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Velesti?
Velesti 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. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches, with 11.1 inches of snow.
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