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Botlhapatlou, Botswana

Kweneng · Botswana

Botlhapatlou is a small town in Kweneng, Botswana with a population of 1,013. Elevation: 3,855 ft (1,175 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,013 Population 4/sq mi density
3,855 ft Elevation 1,175 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
16.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Gaborone Timezone

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About Botlhapatlou

Botlhapatlou or Bothapatlou is a village in Kweneng District of Botswana. The village is located 55 km north of Molepolole. The population of Botlhapatlou wase 1,493 the 2022 census.

People

Population1,013
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain16.2 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation3,855 ft (1,175 m)
Population1,013
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,855 ft (1,175 m)
Coordinates-24.0259°, 25.4898°
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
Country🇧🇼 Botswana
State / ProvinceKweneng
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation16.2 inches (412 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Botlhapatlou

Botlhapatlou is a small town in Botswana (Kweneng) with a population of 1,013. The city sits at an elevation of 3,855 feet (1,175 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.

Botlhapatlou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 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 16.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,855 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average69.1°F
28% above Botswana avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,855 ft (1,175 m)
Area290.1 sq mi (751.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-24.0259°N, 25.4898°W
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.2"
57% below Botswana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.19"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 12, 2017.

Aug 12, 2017 55 km NNE of Botlhapatlou, Botswana M4.9 56 km
Apr 6, 2017 124 km NNE of Khudumelapye, Botswana M4.5 146 km
Apr 19, 2002 62 km SW of Kalamare, Botswana M4.5 102 km
Feb 10, 1993 22 km W of Mookane, Botswana M4.3 104 km
Oct 22, 1995 25 km SE of Botlhapatlou, Botswana M3.9 26 km
Jun 8, 1990 11 km SE of Ramotswa, Botswana M3.3 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
February 76°F (24°C) 2.7 in
March 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
May 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in
October 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in
November 76°F (24°C) 2.2 in
December 77°F (25°C) 2.5 in

Botlhapatlou has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 57°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.0").

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Bus Stations in Botlhapatlou

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Malwelwe

Airports Near Botlhapatlou

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sir Seretse Khama International AirportGBELarge Airport
Matsieng Aerodrome-Small Airport
Thebephatshwa Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Gaborone
Elevation
1,175 m (3,855 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 Botlhapatlou

What is the population of Botlhapatlou?

Botlhapatlou has a population of 1,013 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 290.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Botlhapatlou?

Botlhapatlou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.2 inches.

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