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Marapong, South Africa
Limpopo · South Africa
Marapong is a mid-size city in Limpopo, South Africa with a population of 31,424. Elevation: 2,854 ft (870 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Marapong
Marapong is a town in Central District of Botswana. It is located west of Francistown, to the south of the road connecting Francistown to Nata. The population was 2,666 in the 2011 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,424 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,854 ft (870 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.6551°, 27.6250° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Limpopo |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.0 inches (457 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Marapong
Marapong is a mid-size city in South Africa (Limpopo) with a population of 31,424. The city sits at an elevation of 2,854 feet (870 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Marapong
Marapong has an average annual temperature of 22.9°C (73°F). The hottest month is Nov (26.9°C), the coldest is Jul (15.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 428 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.0°F |
| 30% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,854 ft (870 m) |
| Area | 7,537.9 sq mi (19,523.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -23.6551°N, 27.6250°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 3.3 in |
Marapong has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 57°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 18.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and August the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Marapong
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| FET | College | - | , |
Schools in Marapong
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laerskool Bosveld | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Marapong
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Marapong
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Babala Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ellisras Matimba Airport | ELL | Small Airport |
| Kokomori Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kwalata Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Machaneng Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marataba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palala Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sunny Side Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Thaba Tholo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Welgevonden Reserve | - | Small Airport |
| Welgevonden Western Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Marapong?
Marapong has a population of 31,424 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 7,537.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Marapong?
Marapong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches.