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Mapoteng, Lesotho
Berea · Lesotho
Mapoteng is a small city in Berea, Lesotho with a population of 14,161. Elevation: 5,640 ft (1,719 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mapoteng
Mapoteng is a community council located in the Berea District of Lesotho. Its population in 2006 was 23,926.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,161 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,640 ft (1,719 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.1098°, 27.9741° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
| Country | 🇱🇸 Lesotho |
| State / Province | Berea |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.3 inches (870 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.3 inches (3 cm) |
About Mapoteng
Mapoteng is a small city in Lesotho (Berea) with a population of 14,161. The city sits at an elevation of 5,640 feet (1,719 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.
Climate in Mapoteng
Mapoteng has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 696 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.2°F |
| 0% below Lesotho avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 346 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,640 ft (1,719 m) |
| Area | 958.6 sq mi (2,482.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.1098°N, 27.9741°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 3.8 in |
Mapoteng has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 41°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Mapoteng
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Majoe Matso Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Moseke-Seke Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lekhalong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mahlatsa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Moseke-Seke Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mahlatsa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lekhalong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Mapoteng
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolonyama Market |
Clinics in Mapoteng
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Mapoteng
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TY Depot |
Airports Near Mapoteng
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moshoeshoe I International Airport | MSU | Large Airport |
| Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport | FCB | Medium Airport |
| Arbeitsgenot Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arizona Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bobete Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Katse Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kolberg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ladybrand Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leribe Airport | LRB | Small Airport |
| Lesobeng Airport | LES | Small Airport |
| Mafeteng Airport | MFC | Small Airport |
| Mantsonyane Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mejametalana Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Mohlanapeng Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monte Carlo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pelaneng Airport | PEL | Small Airport |
| Semonkong Airport | SOK | Small Airport |
| Seshutes Airport | SHZ | Small Airport |
| Thaba-Tseka Airport | THB | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mapoteng
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Theresa Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Lesotho
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Mapoteng?
Mapoteng has a population of 14,161 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 958.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mapoteng?
Mapoteng has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.3 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow.