Makaleng, Botswana
North-East · Botswana
Makaleng is a small town in North-East, Botswana with a population of 1,166. Elevation: 3,658 ft (1,115 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Makaleng
Makaleng is a village in the North-East district of Botswana, roughly 60 km from Francistown.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,166 |
| Elevation | 3,658 ft (1,115 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.8000°, 27.2700° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | North-East |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.3 inches (491 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Makaleng
Makaleng is a small town in Botswana (North-East) with a population of 1,166. The city sits at an elevation of 3,658 feet (1,115 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.6°F |
| 36% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,658 ft (1,115 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.8000°S, 27.2700°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 3.6 in |
Makaleng has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 58°F in June to 76°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Makaleng
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makaleng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mambo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Makaleng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Makaleng
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Clinics in Makaleng
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Makaleng
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport | FRW | Large Airport |
| Grundy's Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Makaleng
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mokgweetsi's Cattle Post | |
| Moropa 's cattle Post | |
| Moropa'Cattle Post |
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Waterfalls Near Makaleng
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Makaleng.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Vukwi River |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Botswana
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What is the population of Makaleng?
Makaleng has a population of 1,166 residents and is located in Botswana..
What is the weather like in Makaleng?
Makaleng has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 19.3 inches.
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