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Mahalapye, Botswana
Central · Botswana
Mahalapye is a mid-size city in Central, Botswana with a population of 48,431. Elevation: 3,363 ft (1,025 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Mahalapye
Mahalapye is a town located in the Central District of Botswana.
The town has about 41,000 inhabitants and is situated along the main road between the capital Gaborone and the second most populous city Francistown.
Mahalapye has a bus station, a railway station, a couple of hotels and a market area with many shops and fast food restaurants, Water Shed mall is the latest attraction to those travelling from Gaborone to Francistown. It also has several petrol stations, some open 24 hours per day. Being situated on the edge of the Kalahari desert, the town and its local waterways are quite dry, except during the rainy season. In recent times, it has become a convenient stop-over town for travelers travelling to and from Gaborone.
People
Climate
| Population | 48,431 |
| Population Density | 1,399 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,363 ft (1,025 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.1041°, 26.8142° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | Central |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.9 inches (429 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mahalapye
Mahalapye is a mid-size city in Botswana (Central) with a population of 48,431. The city sits at an elevation of 3,363 feet (1,025 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Climate in Mahalapye
Mahalapye has an average annual temperature of 21.8°C (71°F). The hottest month is Nov (25.9°C), the coldest is Jul (14.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 490 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,363 ft (1,025 m) |
| Area | 34.6 sq mi (89.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,399/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -23.1041°N, 26.8142°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 3.0 in |
Mahalapye has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 57°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Mahalapye
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madiba Senior | — | — | — | — |
| Ngakaagae primary | — | — | — | — |
| Fredrick Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Parwe junior | — | — | — | — |
| Mad High | — | — | — | — |
| Madiba High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mowana junior | — | — | — | — |
| Mowana Jr Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mahalapye
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Mahalapye
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahalapye Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mahalapye
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watershed Piazza Mall |
Hotels in Mahalapye
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mahalapye
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mahalapye
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mahalapye
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mahalapye
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mahalapye
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Mahalapye
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mahalapye
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Machaneng Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palapye Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mahalapye
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mahalapye Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mahalapye
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holy Ghost Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Botswana
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What is the population of Mahalapye?
Mahalapye has a population of 48,431 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 1,399 people per square mile, spread across 34.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mahalapye?
Mahalapye enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.9 inches.