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Hlotse, Lesotho
Leribe · Lesotho
Hlotse is a mid-size city in Leribe, Lesotho with a population of 43,967. Elevation: 5,397 ft (1,645 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Hlotse
Hlotse is an important market town in Lesotho. It is situated on the Hlotse River, near the South African border. The town was founded in 1876 by a British missionary, Reverend John Widdicombe. It was a colonial centre until Lesotho gained its independence. The population in 2016 was 38,558.
People
Climate
| Population | 43,967 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,397 ft (1,645 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.8719°, 28.0450° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
| Country | 🇱🇸 Lesotho |
| State / Province | Leribe |
| 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 Hlotse
Hlotse is a mid-size city in Lesotho (Leribe) with a population of 43,967. The city sits at an elevation of 5,397 feet (1,645 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 Hlotse
Hlotse 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 | 5,397 ft (1,645 m) |
| Area | 2,125.7 sq mi (5,505.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.8719°N, 28.0450°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 3.8 in |
Hlotse has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 41°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Hlotse
47 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peete LECSA Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Molapo High School | - | - | - | - |
| Masenate High School | - | - | - | - |
| St Saviours High School | - | - | - | - |
| Leribe English Medium High School | - | - | - | - |
| Qoqolosing Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Linotsing L.E.C.SA Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Khanyane LEC Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lesiamo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Linareng High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tsikoane High School | - | - | - | - |
| Mojapela ACL Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hlotse Methodist Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mpopo ACL Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pelele Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sebothoane DRC Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mositi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mositi (Our Lady of Lourdes) School | - | - | - | - |
| Motati Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Joy to the world Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Joy to the world Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maryland High School | - | - | - | - |
| Maryland Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lesaoana Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Royal School | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Royal Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Royal Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mositi (Our Lady of Lourdes) School | - | - | - | - |
| Motati Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pelele Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mojapela ACL Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maryland High School | - | - | - | - |
| Maryland Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Joy to the world Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Joy to the world Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mositi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hlotse L.E.C Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Hlotse High School | - | - | - | - |
| Leribe High School | - | - | - | - |
| Leribe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mohapi Gov. Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Margaret High School | - | - | - | - |
| St Margaret Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lejakane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Likepe Gov. School | - | - | - | - |
| Thabo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's Vocational School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Hlotse
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Hlotse
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botha-Bothe Flea Market and Taxi Rank |
Hotels in Hlotse
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hlotse
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Hlotse
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Hlotse
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Hlotse
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hlotse
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hlotse
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Hlotse
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Hlotse
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AfriSki | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Hlotse
18 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 |
| Ladybrand Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leribe Airport | LRB | Small Airport |
| Mantsonyane Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mejametalana Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Mohlanapeng Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monte Carlo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pelaneng Airport | PEL | Small Airport |
| Senekal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Seshutes Airport | SHZ | Small Airport |
| St. Theresa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Thaba-Tseka Airport | THB | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Hlotse
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| New Hlotse Post office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hlotse
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assemblies of God | |
| Hlotse LECSA Parish | |
| Hlotse Mosque | |
| Jonathan's Anglican Church | |
| Khanyane L.E.C. SA | |
| Leribe LECSA | |
| Mount Royal Church | |
| Ntlo ea Tsepo | |
| Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| St Margaret Mission | |
| St. Saviours Anglican Church | |
| Tsikoane ACL Mission |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Lesotho
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Hlotse
What is the population of Hlotse?
Hlotse has a population of 43,967 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 2,125.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hlotse?
Hlotse 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.