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Lentsweletau, Botswana
Kweneng · Botswana
Lentsweletau is a small city in Kweneng, Botswana with a population of 6,653. Elevation: 3,343 ft (1,019 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Lentsweletau
Lentsweletau is a village in Kweneng District of Botswana. It is located 60 km north of Gaborone. The population was 4,916 in 2011 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,653 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,343 ft (1,019 m) |
| Coordinates | -24.2486°, 25.8522° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | Kweneng |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.6 inches (447 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lentsweletau
Lentsweletau is a small city in Botswana (Kweneng) with a population of 6,653. The city sits at an elevation of 3,343 feet (1,019 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 17.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.1°F |
| 30% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,343 ft (1,019 m) |
| Area | 290.1 sq mi (751.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -24.2486°N, 25.8522°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 63°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 | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 2.8 in |
Lentsweletau has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 57°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Lentsweletau
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motswakhumo Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Makgasane Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Lentsweletau
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gakuto Primary School Library | 0.0 |
Airports Near Lentsweletau
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sir Seretse Khama International Airport | GBE | Large Airport |
| Batavia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Madikwe East Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Madikwe West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matsieng Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Thebephatshwa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Botswana
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What is the population of Lentsweletau?
Lentsweletau has a population of 6,653 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 290.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lentsweletau?
Lentsweletau 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 17.6 inches.