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Bobonong, Botswana

Central · Botswana

Bobonong is a small city in Central, Botswana with a population of 21,216. Elevation: 2,254 ft (687 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

21,216 Population 887/sq mi density
2,254 ft Elevation 687 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
14.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Gaborone Timezone

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About Bobonong

Bobonong is a town in the Central District of Botswana 80 km from Selibe Phikwe town. Bobonong has a population of around 19,000. The Babirwa tribe can be found in this town. The Botswana Pink semi-precious stones can be found in Bobonong region. The Babirwa are known for harvesting the mophane worm. The locals refer to the town as Bobcity or formerly Lekgarapeng, which was derived from the stoney landscape of the town.

People

Population21,216
Density887/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain14.0 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation2,254 ft (687 m)
Population21,216
Population Density887 / sq mi
Elevation2,254 ft (687 m)
Coordinates-21.9655°, 28.4363°
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
Country🇧🇼 Botswana
State / ProvinceCentral
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation14.0 inches (356 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bobonong

Bobonong is a small city in Botswana (Central) with a population of 21,216. The city sits at an elevation of 2,254 feet (687 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.

Climate in Bobonong

Bobonong has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Dec (27°C), the coldest is Jul (16.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 510 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.3°C / 79°F 15.6° / 38° 76.8
Feb 26°C / 79°F 16.2° / 37° 93.1
Mar 25.5°C / 78°F 15.6° / 37.6° 25.6
Apr 23.1°C / 74°F 11.9° / 35.4° 24.6
May 19.7°C / 67°F 8.3° / 31.7° 11.3
Jun 16.6°C / 62°F 5.8° / 31° 2.1
Jul 16.3°C / 61°F 4.4° / 30.6° 1.1
Aug 19.7°C / 67°F 7.6° / 35.6° 1.8
Sep 22.8°C / 73°F 9.3° / 38.7° 5.8
Oct 25.7°C / 78°F 12.4° / 41.1° 22.1
Nov 26.9°C / 80°F 15.5° / 40.9° 129.3
Dec 27°C / 81°F 15.6° / 40.7° 116.2
Bobonong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 311 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 14.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,254 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above Botswana avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,254 ft (687 m)
Area23.9 sq mi (62.0 km²)
Population Density887/sq mi
Coordinates-21.9655°N, 28.4363°W
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.0"
63% below Botswana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.07"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 78°F (26°C) 2.6 in
March 76°F (25°C) 1.5 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
June 60°F (16°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 60°F (16°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 65°F (19°C) 0.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
October 77°F (25°C) 1.0 in
November 79°F (26°C) 1.9 in
December 79°F (26°C) 2.3 in

Bobonong has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 60°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 14.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.1") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Bobonong

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Matshekge Hill Senior Secondary School
Agosi Primary School
Bobirwa Community Junior Secondary School
Rasetimela Primary School
Madikwe Primary School
Mafetsakgang Primary School
Bobonong Primary School
Bobonong Junior Secondary School
Mabumahibidu Primary School
Modisaotsile Primary School
Mosetlha Junior Secondary School
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Restaurants in Bobonong

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Southern Fried Chicken

Clinics in Bobonong

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Borotsi Clinic
Mabaleng Clinic

Bus Stations in Bobonong

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Combi Stop
Combi Stop

Gas Stations in Bobonong

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Puma Petrol Station

Banks in Bobonong

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barclays Bank and ATM
FITRRMAGO

Shopping Malls in Bobonong

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Choppies, Furnmart, Brandz Unlimited
Small Shops

Airports Near Bobonong

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Selebi Phikwe AirportPKWMedium Airport
Alldays AirportADYSmall Airport
Arizona AirportSmall Airport
Grundy's AirportSmall Airport
Jwala AirportSmall Airport
Kgwedi AirportSmall Airport
Limpopo-Lipadi AirportSmall Airport
Sun Yet Sen AirportSmall Airport
Tuli Lodge AirportTLDSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Gaborone

🇧🇼 About Botswana

Capital Gaborone
Population 2,254,126
Area 600,370 km²
GDP (USD) $19,411,266,967
GDP per capita $7,826
HDI 0.708
Life expectancy 69.2 years
Internet users 81.4%
Urban population 67.0%
Currency BWP (Pula)
Languages English, Tswana
Calling code +267
TLD .bw
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Botswana

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
Jul 1 Sir Seretse Khama Day Sir Seretse Khama Day
Jul 20 Presidents' Day Presidents' Day
Sep 30 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 1 Botswana Day holiday Botswana Day holiday
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bobonong

What is the population of Bobonong?

Bobonong has a population of 21,216 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 887 people per square mile, spread across 23.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bobonong?

Bobonong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.0 inches.

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