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Francistown, Botswana
City of Francistown · Botswana
Francistown is a large city in City of Francistown, Botswana with a population of 103,417. Elevation: 3,245 ft (989 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About Francistown
Francistown is the second-largest city in Botswana, with a population of about 103,417 inhabitants and 147,122 inhabitants in its agglomeration at the 2022 census. It is located in eastern Botswana, about 400 kilometres (250 mi) north-northeast from the capital, Gaborone. Francistown is located at the confluence of the Tati and Ntshe rivers, and near the Shashe River and 90 kilometres (56 mi) from the international border with Zimbabwe.
People
Climate
| Population | 103,417 |
| Population Density | 3,066 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,245 ft (989 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.1700°, 27.5078° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | City of Francistown |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.3 inches (491 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Francistown
Francistown is a large city in Botswana (City of Francistown) with a population of 103,417. The city sits at an elevation of 3,245 feet (989 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Climate in Francistown
Francistown 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 432 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.6°F |
| 36% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,245 ft (989 m) |
| Area | 33.7 sq mi (87.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,066/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.1700°N, 27.5078°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in |
Francistown has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 59°F in June to 77°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Francistown
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Francistown College of Technical and Vocational Education | College | — | — |
| Institute Of Health Sciences | College | — | — |
Schools in Francistown
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Botswana | — | — | — | — |
| Marudu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mophato Primary and Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Selepa Community Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Eastern Gate Seventh Day Adventist School | — | — | — | — |
| Phase IV Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Monarch Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tagala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mmei Community Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Phathlogo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mater Spei College | — | — | — | — |
| Nyangabgwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Setlalekgosi Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Centre For The Deaf | — | — | — | — |
| Tatitown Primary School (new) | — | — | — | — |
| Tshimologo - Red Cross Disabled Children Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Institute of Health Sciences | — | — | — | — |
| Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Pre-School | — | — | — | — |
| Baby Care | — | — | — | — |
| Gaborone Universal College Of Law | — | — | — | — |
| Aerodrome Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Francistown Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Francistown
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Francistown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Douma's Crocodile Farm | ||||
| Francistown Records Centre | ||||
| Supa Ngwao Museum |
Libraries in Francistown
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botswana National Library Services | 0.0 |
Hotels in Francistown
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Francistown
10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Francistown
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Francistown
4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Francistown
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Francistown
11 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Francistown
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Francistown
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Francistown
16 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Francistown
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Francistown
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Francistown
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Francistown
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport | FRW | Large Airport |
| Grundy's Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Francistown
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Blue Jacket Square Post Office | |
| DHL | |
| Francistown Post Office | |
| Francistown Post Office | |
| Monarch Post Office | |
| Tatitown Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Francistown
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Afrikaners Kerk | |
| Anglican Church | |
| Central Baptist Church | |
| Christ Embassy | |
| God Is Able Ministries | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses | |
| Light of the World Ministries | |
| Old Apostle Church | |
| Our Lady of the Desert Cath. Cathedral | |
| St Faith Holy Church | |
| St John Church | |
| St Phillips Church | |
| St. James Catholic Church | |
| Zion Christian Church |
Quick Facts
Around Francistown
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Francistown
1 places within 15 km
- • Tebo House
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Public Holidays in Botswana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Francistown?
Francistown has a population of 103,417 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 3,066 people per square mile, spread across 33.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Francistown?
Francistown has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.3 inches.