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Katse, Lesotho
Thaba-Tseka · Lesotho
Katse is a small town in Thaba-Tseka, Lesotho with a population of 2,870. Elevation: 6,483 ft (1,976 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Katse
The Katse Dam, a concrete arch dam on the Malibamatšo River in Lesotho, is Africa's second largest double-curvature arch dam after the Tekezé Dam in Ethiopia. Located just below the confluence of the Bokong River, which forms the western arm of the Katse reservoir, the dam is part of a larger project which will eventually include five large dams in remote rural areas.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,870 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,483 ft (1,976 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.3353°, 28.4800° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
| Country | 🇱🇸 Lesotho |
| State / Province | Thaba-Tseka |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.3 inches (796 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Katse
Katse is a small town in Lesotho (Thaba-Tseka) with a population of 2,870. The city sits at an elevation of 6,483 feet (1,976 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below Lesotho avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,483 ft (1,976 m) |
| Area | 2,578.0 sq mi (6,677.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.3353°N, 28.4800°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 37°F (3°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| August | 42°F (5°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 4.0 in |
Katse has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 37°F in June to 59°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.5").
Schools in Katse
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ts'epo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Lucia School | - | - | - | - |
| Kosetabole Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bokong Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bokong Community Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Theko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Leaooa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sauane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Spinare Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Khohlo-Nts'o Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sekhohola Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rapoeea Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rapoeea Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Lucia School | - | - | - | - |
| Sekhohola Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kosetabole Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ts'epo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sauane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bokong Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bokong Community Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Theko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Leaooa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Katse
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LHDA Information Center |
Farmers Markets in Katse
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dip |
Ski Resorts Near Katse
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AfriSki | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Katse
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport | FCB | Medium Airport |
| Amphitheatre Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bobete Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Katse Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kolberg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuebunyane Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lebakeng Airport | LEF | Small Airport |
| Leribe Airport | LRB | Small Airport |
| Lesobeng Airport | LES | Small Airport |
| Letseng Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malefiloane Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mantsonyane Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mashai Store Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matabeng Store Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matabeng Village Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matsaile Airport | MSG | Small Airport |
| Mohlanapeng Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mokhotlong Airport | MKH | Small Airport |
| Nkaus Airport | NKU | Small Airport |
| Nohanas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pelaneng Airport | PEL | Small Airport |
| Sehlabathebe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sehonghong Airport | SHK | Small Airport |
| Sekakes Airport | SKQ | Small Airport |
| Semonkong Airport | SOK | Small Airport |
| Seshutes Airport | SHZ | Small Airport |
| St. Theresa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tebellong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Thaba-Tseka Airport | THB | Small Airport |
| Tlokoeng Airport | TKO | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Lesotho
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Katse
What is the population of Katse?
Katse has a population of 2,870 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,578.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Katse?
Katse has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches.