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Kumakwane, Botswana

Kweneng · Botswana

Kumakwane is a small city in Kweneng, Botswana with a population of 6,826. Elevation: 3,484 ft (1,062 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

6,826 Population 246/sq mi density
3,484 ft Elevation 1,062 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
17.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Gaborone Timezone

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About Kumakwane

Kumakwane is a village in Kweneng District of Botswana. It is located 25 km west of the capital of Botswana, Gaborone. The population was 9,595 in 2011 census.

People

Population6,826
Density246/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain17.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation3,484 ft (1,062 m)
Population6,826
Population Density246 / sq mi
Elevation3,484 ft (1,062 m)
Coordinates-24.6552°, 25.6992°
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
Country🇧🇼 Botswana
State / ProvinceKweneng
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation17.5 inches (445 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kumakwane

Kumakwane is a small city in Botswana (Kweneng) with a population of 6,826. The city sits at an elevation of 3,484 feet (1,062 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.

Climate in Kumakwane

Kumakwane 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 91.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 79.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 69.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 24.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.5
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 6.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 1.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 10.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 41.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 89.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 61.0
Kumakwane enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 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 17.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,484 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average69.9°F
29% above Botswana avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,484 ft (1,062 m)
Area27.8 sq mi (72.0 km²)
Population Density246/sq mi
Coordinates-24.6552°N, 25.6992°W
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.5"
54% below Botswana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.23"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.8 on Mar 2, 2024.

Aug 12, 2017 55 km NNE of Botlhapatlou, Botswana M4.9 120 km
Feb 10, 1993 22 km W of Mookane, Botswana M4.3 131 km
Oct 22, 1995 25 km SE of Botlhapatlou, Botswana M3.9 53 km
Mar 2, 2024 53 km ENE of Zeerust, South Africa M3.8 118 km
Jul 28, 1991 56 km WNW of Maile, South Africa M3.6 125 km
Jun 8, 1990 11 km SE of Ramotswa, Botswana M3.3 42 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
February 78°F (25°C) 2.9 in
March 75°F (24°C) 2.4 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 57°F (14°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
October 75°F (24°C) 1.6 in
November 77°F (25°C) 2.4 in
December 78°F (26°C) 2.7 in

Kumakwane has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 57°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 17.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Kumakwane

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kumakwane Primary School
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Museums in Kumakwane

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Botswana National Museum
Philatelic Museum

Libraries in Kumakwane

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
2520.0
Gaborone Public Library0.0
Gaborone Public Library0.0
Gakuto Primary School Library0.0
IDM Classrooms0.0
IDM Classrooms0.0
IDM Library0.0
IDM Library0.0
Islamic Information Centre & Library0.0
Islamic Information Centre & Library0.0
Mophane primary school0.0
Mophane primary school0.0
National Library Area0.0
National Library Building0.0
Ramotswa Public Library0.0
Thamaga Library0.0
Thamaga Public Library0.0
UB Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kumakwane

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Choppies
Choppies
Choppies
Main Mall
Spar

Castles in Kumakwane

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KPD Castle

Gas Stations in Kumakwane

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell Filling Station

Breweries in Kumakwane

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Kgalagadi Breweries Limited

Stadiums & Teams in Kumakwane

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kumakwane

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sir Seretse Khama International AirportGBELarge Airport
Kanye AirportSmall Airport
Lobatse Southeast AirportSmall Airport
Madikwe East AirportSmall Airport
Madikwe West AirportSmall Airport
Matsieng AerodromeSmall Airport
Thebephatshwa AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Kumakwane

14 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
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
Medi Cross
Mmopane Clinic
Mogoditshane Clinic
National Tuberculose Clinic
Nkoyaphiri Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kumakwane

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lutheran Church
Roman Catholic Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Gaborone

🇧🇼 About Botswana

Capital Gaborone
Population 2,254,126
Area 600,370 km²
GDP (USD) $19,411,266,967
GDP per capita $7,826
HDI 0.708
Life expectancy 69.2 years
Internet users 81.4%
Urban population 67.0%
Currency BWP (Pula)
Languages English, Tswana
Calling code +267
TLD .bw
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Botswana

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
Jul 1 Sir Seretse Khama Day Sir Seretse Khama Day
Jul 20 Presidents' Day Presidents' Day
Sep 30 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 1 Botswana Day holiday Botswana Day holiday
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kumakwane

What is the population of Kumakwane?

Kumakwane has a population of 6,826 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 246 people per square mile, spread across 27.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kumakwane?

Kumakwane enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.5 inches.

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