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Lerala, Botswana
Central · Botswana
Lerala is a small city in Central, Botswana with a population of 7,204. Elevation: 2,802 ft (854 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lerala
Lerala is a village in Central District of Botswana. The village is located at the south-eastern end of the Tswapong Hills, 30 km (19 mi) from the Limpopo River and the border with South Africa and approximately 90 km (56 mi) east of Palapye. The population of Lerala was 6,871 in the 2011 census, which was a 20.5% increase from the 2001 population.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,204 |
| Population Density | 1,432 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,802 ft (854 m) |
| Coordinates | -22.7880°, 27.7650° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | Central |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.9 inches (378 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lerala
Lerala is a small city in Botswana (Central) with a population of 7,204. The city sits at an elevation of 2,802 feet (854 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.6°F |
| 31% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,802 ft (854 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,432/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -22.7880°N, 27.7650°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 2.7 in |
Lerala has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 58°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 14.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.9") and August the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Lerala
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moeng College | College | - | , |
Schools in Lerala
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lerala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kukubjwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lerala Brigade | - | - | - | - |
| Lerala Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Gas Stations in Lerala
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lerala
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Selebi Phikwe Airport | PKW | Medium Airport |
| Arizona Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Babala Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Baltimore Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kokomori Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kwalata Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Limpopo-Lipadi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Machaneng Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palala Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Palapye Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Reitz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sirkel N Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sunny Side Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Swartwater Highway Strip Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lerala
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lerala UCCSA | |
| Lerala UCCSA |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Botswana
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lerala
What is the population of Lerala?
Lerala has a population of 7,204 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 1,432 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lerala?
Lerala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.9 inches.