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Lobamba, Eswatini

Hhohho Region · Eswatini

Lobamba is a small town in Hhohho Region, Eswatini with a population of 4,557. Elevation: 2,277 ft (694 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,557 Population 90/sq mi density
2,277 ft Elevation 694 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
48.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Mbabane Timezone

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About Lobamba

Lobamba

Lobamba is a town in Eswatini located in between Eswatini's two main cities, Mbabane and Manzini.

People

Population4,557
Density90/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation2,277 ft (694 m)
Population4,557
Population Density90 / sq mi
Elevation2,277 ft (694 m)
Coordinates-26.4667°, 31.2000°
TimezoneAfrica/Mbabane
Country🇸🇿 Eswatini
State / ProvinceHhohho Region
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation48.3 inches (1,226 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.3 inches (1 cm)

About Lobamba

Lobamba is a small town in Eswatini (Hhohho Region) with a population of 4,557. The city sits at an elevation of 2,277 feet (694 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Mbabane.

Climate in Lobamba

Lobamba 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 879 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 136.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 155.6
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 101.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 42.6
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 13.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 18.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.9
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 22.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 37.5
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 103.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 117.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 118.6
Lobamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 313 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 48.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,277 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above Eswatini avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,277 ft (694 m)
Area50.4 sq mi (130.6 km²)
Population Density90/sq mi
Coordinates-26.4667°N, 31.2000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mbabane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.3"
27% above Eswatini avg
Snowfall 0.3"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.09"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6.

Jul 7, 2013 43 km WSW of Nelspruit, South Africa M4.6 111 km
Feb 7, 2000 22 km NW of Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini M4.5 37 km
May 27, 2012 14 km S of Piet Retief, South Africa M4.4 84 km
Jul 1, 2019 36 km W of Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini M3.7 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 7.1 in Wettest
February 73°F (23°C) 6.7 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in
April 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in
September 67°F (19°C) 1.9 in
October 69°F (20°C) 4.2 in
November 71°F (21°C) 5.4 in
December 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in

Lobamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 52°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.1") and June the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Lobamba

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lozitha High School - - - -
Light Primary School - - - -
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Museums in Lobamba

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Swaziland National Museum

Libraries in Lobamba

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Manzini National Library0.0
Mbabane national library0.0
Sifundzani Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lobamba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Manzini Market
Manzini Market
Mbabane Market

Hotels in Lobamba

10 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Benka LifeStyle
Benka LifeStyle County Cottages
Happy Valley Hotel
Happy Valley resort and casino
Lugogo Sun
Mantenga Hill View Boutique Hotel
Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
Reilly's Rock Hilltop Lodge
Swazi-Lizkhar Estate
Timbali Lodge

Restaurants in Lobamba

11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hippo Haunt Restaurant & Bar
Lihawu
Malandela's Restaurant
Mdzimba Shisanyama
Mugg & Bean @ The Gables
Ocean Basket
pizza Vesuvio
Spur
The Great Taipei
The Pub & Grill
The Velvel Monkey

Cinemas in Lobamba

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Movie Zone Cinemas

Castles in Lobamba

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lozitha Palace

Zoos in Lobamba

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mlilwane Wildlife sanctuary

Clinics in Lobamba

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lobamba clinic
Phumelea Clinic

Gas Stations in Lobamba

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Galp
Lobamba Filling Station
TotalEnergies

Banks in Lobamba

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FNB
Nedbank

Shopping Malls in Lobamba

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Corner Plaza Mall

Gyms in Lobamba

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SZ #4551236793

Stadiums & Teams in Lobamba

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Airports Near Lobamba

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
King Mswati III International AirportSHOLarge Airport
Barberton Airport-Medium Airport
Matsapha International AirportMTSMedium Airport
Amsterdam Airport-Small Airport
Big Bend Sugar E Airport-Small Airport
Kubuta Airport-Small Airport
Matata Airport-Small Airport
Mhlume Airport-Small Airport
Msauli Airport-Small Airport
New Scotland Airport-Small Airport
Nhlangano Airport-Small Airport
Nsoko Airport-Small Airport
Piet Retief Airport-Small Airport
Piggs Peak Airport-Small Airport
Simunye Airport-Small Airport
Siteki Airport-Small Airport
Tambankulu Airport-Small Airport
Tambuti Airport-Small Airport
Tshaneni Airport-Small Airport
Ubombo Ranches Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lobamba

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church in Zion
Swaziland National Church

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Mbabane

🇸🇿 About Eswatini

Capital Mbabane
Population 1,136,191
Area 17,363 km²
GDP (USD) $4,621,191,262
GDP per capita $3,756
HDI 0.695
Life expectancy 64.1 years
Internet users 57.6%
Urban population 25.8%
Currency SZL (Lilangeni)
Languages English, Swazi
Calling code +268
TLD .sz
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lobamba

What is the population of Lobamba?

Lobamba has a population of 4,557 residents and is located in Eswatini. The population density is 90 people per square mile, spread across 50.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lobamba?

Lobamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.3 inches.

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