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Bokaa, Botswana

Kgatleng · Botswana

Bokaa is a small city in Kgatleng, Botswana with a population of 9,146. Elevation: 3,156 ft (962 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

9,146 Population 32/sq mi density
3,156 ft Elevation 962 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
9.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Gaborone Timezone

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About Bokaa

Bokaa is a village in Kgatleng District of Botswana. The village is located around 20 km south-west of Mochudi and the population was 5,765 in 2011 census.
The village is just north of the Bokaa Dam.

People

Population9,146
Density32/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain9.7 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation3,156 ft (962 m)
Population9,146
Population Density32 / sq mi
Elevation3,156 ft (962 m)
Coordinates-24.4500°, 26.0167°
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
Country🇧🇼 Botswana
State / ProvinceKgatleng
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation9.7 inches (246 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bokaa

Bokaa is a small city in Botswana (Kgatleng) with a population of 9,146. The city sits at an elevation of 3,156 feet (962 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.

Climate in Bokaa

Bokaa has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 479 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 91.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 79.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 69.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 24.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 4.5
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 6.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 1.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 10.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 41.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 89.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 61.0
Bokaa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 9.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,156 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average69.9°F
29% above Botswana avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,156 ft (962 m)
Area290.1 sq mi (751.3 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates-24.4500°N, 26.0167°W
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.7"
75% below Botswana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.62"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.8 on Mar 2, 2024.

Aug 12, 2017 55 km NNE of Botlhapatlou, Botswana M4.9 102 km
Apr 19, 2002 62 km SW of Kalamare, Botswana M4.5 128 km
Feb 10, 1993 22 km W of Mookane, Botswana M4.3 94 km
Oct 22, 1995 25 km SE of Botlhapatlou, Botswana M3.9 46 km
Mar 2, 2024 53 km ENE of Zeerust, South Africa M3.8 116 km
Jul 28, 1991 56 km WNW of Maile, South Africa M3.6 116 km
Jun 8, 1990 11 km SE of Ramotswa, Botswana M3.3 57 km
Jul 31, 1992 43 km N of Maile, South Africa M3.0 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 3.6 in Wettest
February 78°F (26°C) 3.1 in Warmest
March 75°F (24°C) 2.4 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
May 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.2 in
July 56°F (14°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in
September 71°F (21°C) 0.5 in
October 76°F (24°C) 1.5 in
November 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in
December 78°F (26°C) 3.0 in

Bokaa has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 56°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Bokaa

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tlhaakgame Primary School - - - -
Raditladi Primary School - - - -
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Museums in Bokaa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Botswana National Museum
Philatelic Museum
Phuthadikobo Museum

Libraries in Bokaa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
2520.0
Gaborone Public Library0.0
Gaborone Public Library0.0
Gakuto Primary School Library0.0
IDM Classrooms0.0
IDM Classrooms0.0
IDM Library0.0
IDM Library0.0
Islamic Information Centre & Library0.0
Islamic Information Centre & Library0.0
Mochudi Public Library0.0
Mophane primary school0.0
Mophane primary school0.0
National Library Area0.0
National Library Building0.0
UB Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bokaa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Choppies
Choppies
Choppies
Main Mall
Spar

Breweries in Bokaa

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Kgalagadi Breweries Limited

Stadiums & Teams in Bokaa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Bokaa

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sir Seretse Khama International AirportGBELarge Airport
Batavia Airport-Small Airport
Kanye Airport-Small Airport
Madikwe East Airport-Small Airport
Madikwe West Airport-Small Airport
Matsieng Aerodrome-Small Airport
Thebephatshwa Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Bokaa

17 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Agape Dental Clinic
Bethesda Clinic
Block 8 Clinic
Blood Transfusion Centre
Eastery Health Clinic
Gaborone Extension 15 Clinic
Gaborone Fertility Clinic
GCC LANDFILL
GCC Rehabiliated LAnd Fill
Mafitlhakgosi Clinic
Medi Cross
Mmopane Clinic
Mogoditshane Clinic
National Tuberculose Clinic
Nkaikela Clinic
Nkoyaphiri Clinic
Tlokweng Main Clinic

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Gaborone
Elevation
962 m (3,156 ft)

🇧🇼 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 Bokaa

What is the population of Bokaa?

Bokaa has a population of 9,146 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 290.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bokaa?

Bokaa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.7 inches.

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