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Mafeteng, Lesotho
Mafeteng District · Lesotho
Mafeteng is a mid-size city in Mafeteng District, Lesotho with a population of 45,287. Elevation: 5,476 ft (1,669 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mafeteng
Mafeteng is a city in Lesotho, and the Camptown of the district of Mafeteng. It is located about 76 kilometres south of the country's capital, Maseru and has a population of approximately 61,000. The South African border town to Mafeteng is Wepener.
People
Climate
| Population | 45,287 |
| Population Density | 30 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,476 ft (1,669 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.8230°, 27.2374° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
| Country | 🇱🇸 Lesotho |
| State / Province | Mafeteng District |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.8 inches (681 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mafeteng
Mafeteng is a mid-size city in Lesotho (Mafeteng District) with a population of 45,287. The city sits at an elevation of 5,476 feet (1,669 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.
Climate in Mafeteng
Mafeteng has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 674 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above Lesotho avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,476 ft (1,669 m) |
| Area | 1,511.0 sq mi (3,913.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.8230°N, 27.2374°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in |
Mafeteng has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 44°F in July to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Mafeteng
37 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekoati Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| King's Gate High School | - | - | - | - |
| King's Gate Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Matsepe High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tauhali Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mats'aba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Matsepe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Matholeng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Motse-Mocha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mafeteng High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bereng High School | - | - | - | - |
| Makaung Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kotoanyane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thabana-Ts'ooana Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Samaria Primay School | - | - | - | - |
| Makaota High School | - | - | - | - |
| Amitofo Care Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Phahameng LRC school | - | - | - | - |
| Lerato Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thabana-Ts'ooana Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Gerard Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Mafeteng High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tauhali Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St John's Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Sekoati Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Matholeng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Makaung Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kotoanyane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Masentle High School | - | - | - | - |
| Samaria Primay School | - | - | - | - |
| Makaota High School | - | - | - | - |
| Amitofo Care Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Phahameng LRC school | - | - | - | - |
| Lerato Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St John's Primary | - | - | - | - |
| St John's Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Mafeteng LEC Primary | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Mafeteng
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mafeteng
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mafeteng
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mafeteng
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mafeteng
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mafeteng
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moshoeshoe I International Airport | MSU | Large Airport |
| Ladybrand Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mafeteng Airport | MFC | Small Airport |
| Mayaputi Game Reserve Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mejametalana Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Mohale's Hoek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nohanas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quthing Airport | UTG | Small Airport |
| Thaba Nchu Tar Airport | TCU | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mafeteng
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| African Methodist Episcopal Church | |
| Lesotho Evangelical Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Lesotho
11 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Mafeteng
What is the population of Mafeteng?
Mafeteng has a population of 45,287 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 1,511.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mafeteng?
Mafeteng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.8 inches.