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Marakabeis, Lesotho
Thaba-Tseka · Lesotho
Marakabeis is a small town in Thaba-Tseka, Lesotho with a population of 1,659. Elevation: 6,493 ft (1,979 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About Marakabeis
Marakabei is a town in central Lesotho. It is located southeast of the capital Maseru, close to the banks of the Senqunyane River, between the God Help Me Pass and Mokhoabong Pass.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,659 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,493 ft (1,979 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.5450°, 28.1415° |
| 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 | 30.4 inches (771 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Marakabeis
Marakabeis is a small town in Lesotho (Thaba-Tseka) with a population of 1,659. The city sits at an elevation of 6,493 feet (1,979 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 30.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below Lesotho avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,493 ft (1,979 m) |
| Area | 2,578.0 sq mi (6,677.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.5450°N, 28.1415°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 40°F (4°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 40°F (4°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 3.6 in |
Marakabeis has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in June to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.5").
Schools in Marakabeis
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seqhoe School | — | — | — | — |
| Seqhoe School | — | — | — | — |
| Madomaneng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lehlakeng School | — | — | — | — |
| St. John The Baptist Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Kepisi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Labane Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Leqhekoana Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mpeli Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Setala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Marakabei School | — | — | — | — |
| Kepisi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Madomaneng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lehlakeng School | — | — | — | — |
| Setala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kepisi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mpeli Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Labane Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Marakabei School | — | — | — | — |
| St. John The Baptist Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Leqhekoana Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Clinics in Marakabeis
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Marakabeis
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Marakabeis
32 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 |
| Ladybrand Airfield | — | 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 |
| Mejametalana Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Mohale's Hoek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mohlanapeng Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Carlo 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 |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Marakabeis
What is the population of Marakabeis?
Marakabeis has a population of 1,659 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,578.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Marakabeis?
Marakabeis 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 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.4 inches.