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Makwata, Botswana

Central · Botswana

Makwata is a small town in Central, Botswana with a population of 1,660. Elevation: 2,913 ft (888 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1,660 Population 330/sq mi density
2,913 ft Elevation 888 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
16.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Gaborone Timezone

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About Makwata

Makwate is a village in Central District of Botswana. The village is located close to river Limpopo and the border with South Africa, and it has primary school. The population was 5,687 in 2011 census.

People

Population1,660
Density330/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain16.6 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation2,913 ft (888 m)
Population1,660
Population Density330 / sq mi
Elevation2,913 ft (888 m)
Coordinates-23.2833°, 27.3000°
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
Country🇧🇼 Botswana
State / ProvinceCentral
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation16.6 inches (422 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Makwata

Makwata is a small town in Botswana (Central) with a population of 1,660. The city sits at an elevation of 2,913 feet (888 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 16.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.

Makwata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 306 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 16.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,913 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above Botswana avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,913 ft (888 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density330/sq mi
Coordinates-23.2833°N, 27.3000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.6"
56% below Botswana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.19"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Apr 19, 2002.

Apr 19, 2002 62 km SW of Kalamare, Botswana M4.5 121 km
Feb 10, 1993 22 km W of Mookane, Botswana M4.3 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 75°F (24°C) 2.1 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.1 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 (16°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
October 76°F (24°C) 1.2 in
November 78°F (25°C) 2.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in

Makwata has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 57°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and August the driest (0.0").

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Libraries in Makwata

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Machaneng Library0.0

Gas Stations in Makwata

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BW #595894249

Airports Near Makwata

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Babala Lodge 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

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Gaborone
Elevation
888 m (2,914 ft)

🇧🇼 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 Makwata

What is the population of Makwata?

Makwata has a population of 1,660 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 330 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Makwata?

Makwata 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 16.6 inches.

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