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Mapholaneng, Lesotho
Mokhotlong District · Lesotho
Mapholaneng is a small town in Mokhotlong District, Lesotho with a population of 3,739. Elevation: 7,208 ft (2,197 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mapholaneng
Mapholaneng is a community council located in the Mokhotlong District of Lesotho. Its population in 2006 was 8,606.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,739 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,208 ft (2,197 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.2003°, 28.8680° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
| Country | 🇱🇸 Lesotho |
| State / Province | Mokhotlong District |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.0 inches (710 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mapholaneng
Mapholaneng is a small town in Lesotho (Mokhotlong District) with a population of 3,739. The city sits at an elevation of 7,208 feet (2,197 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.2°F |
| 1% below Lesotho avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,208 ft (2,197 m) |
| Area | 2,017.6 sq mi (5,225.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.2003°N, 28.8680°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 42°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in |
Mapholaneng has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 41°F in July to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Mapholaneng
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thaba-Limpe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thaba-Limpe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mpheulane R.C. School | - | - | - | - |
| Tlokoeng Anglican School | - | - | - | - |
| 'Mei Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Khubelu LEC School | - | - | - | - |
| Sebera Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mapholaneng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mabuleng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mabuleng Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rammeleke Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mapholaneng High School | - | - | - | - |
| Khatleli School | - | - | - | - |
| Mapholaneng High School | - | - | - | - |
| Rammeleke Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Malubalube Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Malubalube Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mpheulane R.C. School | - | - | - | - |
| Tlokoeng Anglican School | - | - | - | - |
| Khatleli School | - | - | - | - |
| 'Mei Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sebera Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tsepong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mafolaneng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Phatlalla | - | - | - | - |
| Mapholaneng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Mapholaneng
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mapholaneng
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Mapholaneng
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AfriSki | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Mapholaneng
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amphitheatre Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bingelela | - | Small Airport |
| Bobete Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Drakensberg Gardens Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Mirador Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glen Grey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glenside Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Himeville Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Katse Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kolberg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuebunyane Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lebakeng Airport | LEF | Small Airport |
| Lesobeng Airport | LES | Small Airport |
| Letseng Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malefiloane Airstrip | - | 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 |
| Mokhotlong Airport | MKH | Small Airport |
| Pelaneng Airport | PEL | Small Airport |
| Sehlabathebe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sehonghong Airport | SHK | Small Airport |
| Seshutes Airport | SHZ | Small Airport |
| St. Theresa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Thaba-Tseka Airport | THB | Small Airport |
| Tlokoeng Airport | TKO | Small Airport |
| Underberg Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mapholaneng
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Rainbow International Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Mapholaneng?
Mapholaneng has a population of 3,739 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,017.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mapholaneng?
Mapholaneng has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.0 inches.