Kachikau, Botswana
Chobe · Botswana
Kachikau is a small town in Chobe, Botswana with a population of 961. Elevation: 3,179 ft (969 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Kachikau
Kachikau is a village in North-West District of Botswana. It is located in the eastern part of the district, which previously formed Chobe District, and has both primary and secondary schools and a health clinic. The population was 881 in 2001 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 961 |
| Elevation | 3,179 ft (969 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.1570°, 24.5040° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | Chobe |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.6 inches (575 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kachikau
Kachikau is a small town in Botswana (Chobe) with a population of 961. The city sits at an elevation of 3,179 feet (969 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.4°F |
| 38% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,179 ft (969 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.1570°S, 24.5040°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 4.7 in |
Kachikau has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 65°F in July to 82°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 22.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kachikau
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kachikau Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Boys Hostel | - | - | - | - |
| Girls Hostel | - | - | - | - |
| Liswaani Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kachikau
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Kachikau
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kachikau
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kasane International Airport | BBK | Large Airport |
| Katima Mulilo Airport | MPA | Medium Airport |
| Bottle Pan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Linyanti Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Namibia East Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Saile Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Savuti Airport | SVT | Small Airport |
| Serondela Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sesheke Airport | SJQ | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kachikau
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kachikau Post Office |
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What is the population of Kachikau?
Kachikau has a population of 961 residents and is located in Botswana..
What is the weather like in Kachikau?
Kachikau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 22.6 inches.
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