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Machaneng, Botswana
Central · Botswana
Machaneng is a small town in Central, Botswana with a population of 2,139. Elevation: 2,769 ft (844 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Machaneng
Machaneng is a village in Central District of Botswana. It is 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) from the Limpopo river and the border with South Africa, 80 kilometres (50 mi) east of Mahalapye. The population was 2,050 in 2001 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,139 |
| Population Density | 425 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,769 ft (844 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.1862°, 27.4886° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | Central |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.5 inches (419 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Machaneng
Machaneng is a small town in Botswana (Central) with a population of 2,139. The city sits at an elevation of 2,769 feet (844 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 16.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.4°F |
| 30% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,769 ft (844 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 425/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -23.1862°N, 27.4886°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 3.0 in |
Machaneng has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 57°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Machaneng
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Machaneng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mosikari Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Machaneng
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Machaneng
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Machaneng Library | 0.0 |
Clinics in Machaneng
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Machaneng
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Machaneng
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Babala Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ellisras Matimba Airport | ELL | Small Airport |
| Kokomori Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kwalata Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Machaneng Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palala Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Palapye Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sunny Side Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Swartwater Highway Strip Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Machaneng
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Machaneng Post Office |
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What is the population of Machaneng?
Machaneng has a population of 2,139 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 425 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Machaneng?
Machaneng 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 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.5 inches.