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Kolo, Lesotho

Maseru District · Lesotho

Kolo is a small city in Maseru District, Lesotho with a population of 5,233. Elevation: 6,516 ft (1,986 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,233 Population 3/sq mi density
6,516 ft Elevation 1,986 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
33.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maseru Timezone

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About Kolo

Makhalaneng is a community council located in the Maseru District of Lesotho. The population in 2006 was 13,146.

People

Population5,233
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation6,516 ft (1,986 m)
Population5,233
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation6,516 ft (1,986 m)
Coordinates-29.6888°, 27.6875°
TimezoneAfrica/Maseru
Country🇱🇸 Lesotho
State / ProvinceMaseru District
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation33.9 inches (861 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.9 inches (10 cm)

About Kolo

Kolo is a small city in Lesotho (Maseru District) with a population of 5,233. The city sits at an elevation of 6,516 feet (1,986 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.

Kolo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,516 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below Lesotho avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,516 ft (1,986 m)
Area1,670.6 sq mi (4,326.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-29.6888°N, 27.6875°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maseru

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.9"
11% below Lesotho avg
Snowfall 3.9"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.61"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5.

Aug 18, 2016 10 km W of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M4.5 98 km
Sep 15, 2017 58 km S of Bloemfontein, South Africa M4.4 143 km
Jan 27, 2002 43 km SE of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 43 km
Jan 27, 2002 25 km S of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 20 km
Sep 5, 2016 4 km SSW of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 7 km
Jul 31, 1993 5 km S of Nako, Lesotho M3.8 8 km
Feb 8, 1995 35 km NE of Mohale’s Hoek, Lesotho M3.7 32 km
Aug 21, 1990 27 km ESE of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M3.1 135 km
Apr 17, 1993 52 km W of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.9 96 km
Jun 10, 1993 11 km WNW of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.7 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 4.6 in Wettest
February 65°F (19°C) 4.2 in Warmest
March 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
May 49°F (10°C) 0.9 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in
July 41°F (5°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
August 48°F (9°C) 1.1 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.4 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
November 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in
December 65°F (19°C) 3.3 in

Kolo has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 41°F in July to 65°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Kolo

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Motanyane Primary School - - - -
Kubake Primary School - - - -
Koenyama L.E.C. School - - - -
Khubetsoana Primary School - - - -
Kena Primary School - - - -
Machakela (St Joseph) Primary School - - - -
Koenyama L.E.C. School - - - -
Motanyane Primary School - - - -
Kubake Primary School - - - -
Khubetsoana Primary School - - - -
Kena Primary School - - - -
Machakela (St Joseph) Primary School - - - -
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Museums in Kolo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Morija Museum & Archives

Libraries in Kolo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Thomas Mofolo Library0.0

Airports Near Kolo

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moshoeshoe I International AirportMSULarge Airport
Kuebunyane Airstrip-Small Airport
Ladybrand Airfield-Small Airport
Lesobeng AirportLESSmall Airport
Mafeteng AirportMFCSmall Airport
Mantsonyane Airport-Small Airport
Mayaputi Game Reserve Airport-Small Airport
Mejametalana Air Base-Small Airport
Mohale's Hoek Airport-Small Airport
Nkaus AirportNKUSmall Airport
Nohanas Airport-Small Airport
Quthing AirportUTGSmall Airport
Sekakes AirportSKQSmall Airport
Semonkong AirportSOKSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kolo

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Rodrigues Mission

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Waterfalls
1
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Maseru
Elevation
1,799 m (5,903 ft)

🇱🇸 About Lesotho

Capital Maseru
Population 2,108,132
Area 30,355 km²
GDP (USD) $2,117,962,445
GDP per capita $916
HDI 0.550
Life expectancy 57.4 years
Internet users 48.0%
Urban population 42.7%
Currency LSL (Loti)
Languages English, Sotho
Calling code +266
TLD .ls
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Lesotho

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 11 Moshoeshoe Day Moshoeshoe Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
May 25 Africa Day/ Heroes' Day Africa Day/ Heroes' Day
Jul 17 King Letsie III's Birthday King Letsie III's Birthday
Oct 4 Independence Day Independence Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kolo

What is the population of Kolo?

Kolo has a population of 5,233 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,670.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kolo?

Kolo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.

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