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Kopong, Botswana
South-East · Botswana
Kopong is a small city in South-East, Botswana with a population of 13,823. Elevation: 3,228 ft (984 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kopong
Kopong is a small village in Kweneng District of Botswana. It is located around 25 km north of Gaborone, the capital of Botswana. The population was 5,571 in 2001 census and 9,520 at the 2011 census, making it the sixth largest settlement in Kweneng. It is now becoming a suburb of Gaborone agglomeration home to 421,907 inhabitants at the 2011 census. Some of the well known sites include the Gospel Of God's Grace Ministries, a popular church led by Prophet Cedric Kobedi where thousands gather weekly to worship.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,823 |
| Population Density | 48 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,228 ft (984 m) |
| Coordinates | -24.4833°, 25.8833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | South-East |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.7 inches (246 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kopong
Kopong is a small city in Botswana (South-East) with a population of 13,823. The city sits at an elevation of 3,228 feet (984 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Climate in Kopong
Kopong 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 479 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.9°F |
| 29% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 350 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,228 ft (984 m) |
| Area | 290.1 sq mi (751.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -24.4833°N, 25.8833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 2.9 in |
Kopong has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 56°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kopong
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molefe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kopong Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Kopong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botswana National Museum | ||||
| Philatelic Museum |
Libraries in Kopong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 252 | 0.0 | |||||
| Gaborone Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gaborone Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gakuto Primary School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| IDM Classrooms | 0.0 | |||||
| IDM Classrooms | 0.0 | |||||
| IDM Library | 0.0 | |||||
| IDM Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Islamic Information Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Islamic Information Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mophane primary school | 0.0 | |||||
| Mophane primary school | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library Area | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library Building | 0.0 | |||||
| UB Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kopong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choppies | |||||
| Choppies | |||||
| Choppies | |||||
| Main Mall | |||||
| Spar |
Gas Stations in Kopong
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kopong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kgalagadi Breweries Limited |
Stadiums & Teams in Kopong
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kopong
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sir Seretse Khama International Airport | GBE | Large Airport |
| Batavia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kanye Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Madikwe East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Madikwe West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matsieng Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Thebephatshwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Kopong
17 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Agape Dental Clinic | ||
| Bethesda Clinic | ||
| Block 8 Clinic | ||
| Blood Transfusion Centre | ||
| Eastery Health Clinic | ||
| Gaborone Extension 15 Clinic | ||
| Gaborone Fertility Clinic | ||
| GCC LANDFILL | ||
| GCC Rehabiliated LAnd Fill | ||
| Mafitlhakgosi Clinic | ||
| Medi Cross | ||
| Mmopane Clinic | ||
| Mogoditshane Clinic | ||
| National Tuberculose Clinic | ||
| Nkaikela Clinic | ||
| Nkoyaphiri Clinic | ||
| Tlokweng Main Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kopong
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| United Congregational |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Botswana
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kopong
What is the population of Kopong?
Kopong has a population of 13,823 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 290.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kopong?
Kopong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.7 inches.