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Zărnești, Romania
Vâlcea County · Romania
Zărnești is a small town in Vâlcea County, Romania with a population of 543. Elevation: 1,243 ft (379 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Zărnești
Zărnești is a town in Brașov County, Transylvania, Romania, with a population of 21,624 as of 2021. It administers one village, Tohanu Nou.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 543 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,243 ft (379 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.8986°, 24.0149° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Vâlcea County |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.0 inches (837 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 15.4 inches (39 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $12,528 |
About Zărnești
Zărnești is a small town in Romania (Vâlcea County) with a population of 543. The city sits at an elevation of 1,243 feet (379 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Zărnești vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $12,528 |
| 83% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 16 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,243 ft (379 m) |
| Area | 36.9 sq mi (95.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8986°N, 24.0149°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
Zărnești has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 32°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near Zărnești
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| METRONOM FM | — | OGG 128 kbps | |
| Radio Crasna | latino, manele | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Zărnești
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Dintr-un Lemn" Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| "Gheorghe Petre" Archaeology and Religious Art Museum | ||||
| "St. Elias" Church Museum Collection | ||||
| Casa Memorială Gib Mihăescu | ||||
| Casa Memorială IG Duca | ||||
| Church Objects Collection of Scarisoara | ||||
| Colecția Muzeală de arte | ||||
| Govora Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Horezu Contemporary Folk Art Gallery | ||||
| Museum of Mineral Water | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Vineyard and Wine Museum |
Libraries in Zărnești
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunală Bodești | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunală Popești | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunală Scundu | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunală Șirineasa | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Orășenească "Ada Orleanu" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publică Roești | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Zărnești
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața agroalimentară Horezu | |||||
| Piața Agroalimentară Pietrari | |||||
| Piața Băbeni | |||||
| Piața de legume | |||||
| Piața Valea Mare | |||||
| Tarabe piață |
Ski Resorts Near Zărnești
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parâng | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Vidra | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Zărnești
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 |
Post Offices in Zărnești
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poșta Principală Sărulești |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zărnești
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| biserica | |
| Biserică | |
| Biserică |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Zărnești
What is the population of Zărnești?
Zărnești has a population of 543 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 36.9 square miles.
Is Zărnești expensive to live in?
The median household income is $12,528, 83% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Zărnești?
Zărnești has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches, with 15.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Zărnești?
There are 16 business establishments in the area.