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Mantsonyane, Lesotho
Thaba-Tseka · Lesotho
Mantsonyane is a small city in Thaba-Tseka, Lesotho with a population of 5,965. Elevation: 7,241 ft (2,207 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About Mantsonyane
Mantšonyane is a town in central Lesotho. It is located southeast of the capital Maseru, close to the western approach to the Mokhoabong Pass, on a high mountain plateau between the towns of Marakabei and Thaba-Tseka, in the Thaba-Tseka District.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,965 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,241 ft (2,207 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.5332°, 28.2699° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
| Country | 🇱🇸 Lesotho |
| State / Province | Thaba-Tseka |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.2 inches (717 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mantsonyane
Mantsonyane is a small city in Lesotho (Thaba-Tseka) with a population of 5,965. The city sits at an elevation of 7,241 feet (2,207 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below Lesotho avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,241 ft (2,207 m) |
| Area | 2,578.0 sq mi (6,677.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.5332°N, 28.2699°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 40°F (4°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 40°F (4°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in |
Mantsonyane has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in June to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.5").
Schools in Mantsonyane
25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sootho Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bocheletsane Kids Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Bocheletsana Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Fika-lea-Oa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mafa LEC | — | — | — | — |
| Macheseng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Auray Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mahlong Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bocheletsana Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sootho Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chooko ACL | — | — | — | — |
| Vuka Mosotho | — | — | — | — |
| Auray High School | — | — | — | — |
| Toka ECCD | — | — | — | — |
| Fika-lea-Oa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mafa LEC | — | — | — | — |
| Macheseng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Long Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Vuka Mosotho | — | — | — | — |
| Auray Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Auray High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mahlong Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chooko ACL | — | — | — | — |
| Bocheletsana Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| 'Maliphofu Primary | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Mantsonyane
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LHDA Information Center |
Clinics in Mantsonyane
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mantsonyane
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mantsonyane
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moshoeshoe I International Airport | MSU | Large Airport |
| Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport | FCB | Medium Airport |
| Bobete Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Katse Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kolberg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kuebunyane Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lebakeng Airport | LEF | Small Airport |
| Leribe Airport | LRB | Small Airport |
| Lesobeng Airport | LES | Small Airport |
| Letseng Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mantsonyane Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mashai Store Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matabeng Store Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matabeng Village Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matsaile Airport | MSG | Small Airport |
| Mohlanapeng Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nkaus Airport | NKU | Small Airport |
| Nohanas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pelaneng Airport | PEL | Small Airport |
| Qacha's Nek Airport | UNE | Small Airport |
| Sehonghong Airport | SHK | Small Airport |
| Sekakes Airport | SKQ | Small Airport |
| Semonkong Airport | SOK | Small Airport |
| Seshutes Airport | SHZ | Small Airport |
| St. Theresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tebellong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Thaba-Tseka Airport | THB | Small Airport |
| Tlokoeng Airport | TKO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mantsonyane
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Auray Roman Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Mantsonyane?
Mantsonyane has a population of 5,965 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,578.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mantsonyane?
Mantsonyane has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches.