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Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
Butha-Buthe · Lesotho
Butha-Buthe is a mid-size city in Butha-Buthe, Lesotho with a population of 40,599. Elevation: 5,630 ft (1,716 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
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About Butha-Buthe
Butha-Buthe is the capital or camptown of the Butha-Buthe District in Lesotho. It had a population of 35,108. It is named for Butha-Buthe Mountain to the north of the town. Its name means "place of lying down."
People
Climate
| Population | 40,599 |
| Population Density | 49 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,630 ft (1,716 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.7666°, 28.2494° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
| Country | 🇱🇸 Lesotho |
| State / Province | Butha-Buthe |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.3 inches (870 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.3 inches (3 cm) |
About Butha-Buthe
Butha-Buthe is a mid-size city in Lesotho (Butha-Buthe) with a population of 40,599. The city sits at an elevation of 5,630 feet (1,716 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.
Climate in Butha-Buthe
Butha-Buthe 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 696 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.2°F |
| 0% below Lesotho avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 346 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,630 ft (1,716 m) |
| Area | 837.0 sq mi (2,167.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 49/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.7666°N, 28.2494°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in |
Butha-Buthe has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 41°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Butha-Buthe
41 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makong L.E.C. School | — | — | — | — |
| Mopeli Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sebuku Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| School for the Disabled | — | — | — | — |
| Butha-Buthe Camp Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tsa-le-Moleka Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Qalo High School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Alphons Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Belo High School | — | — | — | — |
| Likileng English Medium School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Paul High School | — | — | — | — |
| Qalo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Masoleng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Makuini Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Manamela Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lepekola High Shool | — | — | — | — |
| Nqechane Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Matsoaing Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maria Gorreti Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Botha Bothe High School | — | — | — | — |
| Makong L.E.C. School | — | — | — | — |
| Belo High School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Paul High School | — | — | — | — |
| Masoleng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Manamela Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nqechane Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Matsoaing Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maria Gorreti Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Paul Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| 'Makoabeng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Soofia English Medium School | — | — | — | — |
| Emmanuel SDA High School | — | — | — | — |
| St Phelomena Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mahala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Naleli Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nqechane Community Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nqechane LEC Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nqechane RC Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Likila High School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Butha-Buthe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarens Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Butha-Buthe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botha-Bothe Flea Market and Taxi Rank |
Hotels in Butha-Buthe
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Butha-Buthe
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Butha-Buthe
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Butha-Buthe
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Butha-Buthe
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Butha-Buthe
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Butha-Buthe
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Butha-Buthe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Butha-Buthe
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AfriSki | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Butha-Buthe
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moshoeshoe I International Airport | MSU | Large Airport |
| Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport | FCB | Medium Airport |
| Arizona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bethlehem Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bobete Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Katse Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kolberg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leribe Airport | LRB | Small Airport |
| Letseng Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mejametalana Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Pelaneng Airport | PEL | Small Airport |
| Phuthadijhaba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Senekal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Seshutes Airport | SHZ | Small Airport |
| Tlokoeng Airport | TKO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Butha-Buthe
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AME Church | |
| Apostolic Church | |
| ECG The Jesus Nation | |
| IPHC | |
| St Paul's Mission |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Lesotho
11 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Butha-Buthe
What is the population of Butha-Buthe?
Butha-Buthe has a population of 40,599 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 837.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Butha-Buthe?
Butha-Buthe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.3 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow.