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Makobeng, Botswana

Central · Botswana

Makobeng is a small town in Central, Botswana with a population of 1,822. Elevation: 2,759 ft (841 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

1,822 Population 362/sq mi density
2,759 ft Elevation 841 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
15.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Gaborone Timezone

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About Makobeng

Mokobeng est une ville du Botswana.

People

Population1,822
Density362/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,759 ft (841 m)
Population1,822
Population Density362 / sq mi
Elevation2,759 ft (841 m)
Coordinates-22.9964°, 27.6677°
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
Country🇧🇼 Botswana
State / ProvinceCentral
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation15.2 inches (386 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Makobeng

Makobeng is a small town in Botswana (Central) with a population of 1,822. The city sits at an elevation of 2,759 feet (841 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.

Makobeng has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 308 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 15.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,759 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above Botswana avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,759 ft (841 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density362/sq mi
Coordinates-22.9964°N, 27.6677°W
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.2"
60% below Botswana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.99"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 10, 1993.

Feb 10, 1993 22 km W of Mookane, Botswana M4.3 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
February 78°F (26°C) 2.5 in
March 76°F (24°C) 1.7 in
April 71°F (21°C) 1.0 in
May 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 0.1 in
July 58°F (15°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
October 76°F (24°C) 1.1 in
November 78°F (26°C) 2.4 in
December 79°F (26°C) 2.8 in

Makobeng has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 58°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 15.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.0") and August the driest (0.0").

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Libraries in Makobeng

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Machaneng Library0.0

Airports Near Makobeng

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Arizona AirportSmall Airport
Babala Lodge AirportSmall Airport
Baltimore AirportSmall Airport
Ellisras Matimba AirportELLSmall Airport
Kokomori AirportSmall Airport
Kwalata AirportSmall Airport
Machaneng AirportSmall Airport
Palala AirfieldSmall Airport
Palapye AirportSmall Airport
Sunny Side AirportSmall Airport
Swartwater Highway Strip AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Gaborone

🇧🇼 About Botswana

Capital Gaborone
Population 2,254,126
Area 600,370 km²
GDP (USD) $19,411,266,967
GDP per capita $7,826
HDI 0.708
Life expectancy 69.2 years
Internet users 81.4%
Urban population 67.0%
Currency BWP (Pula)
Languages English, Tswana
Calling code +267
TLD .bw
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Botswana

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
Jul 1 Sir Seretse Khama Day Sir Seretse Khama Day
Jul 20 Presidents' Day Presidents' Day
Sep 30 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 1 Botswana Day holiday Botswana Day holiday
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Makobeng

What is the population of Makobeng?

Makobeng has a population of 1,822 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 362 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Makobeng?

Makobeng has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.2 inches.

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