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Masunga, Botswana
North-East · Botswana
Masunga is a small city in North-East, Botswana with a population of 6,216. Elevation: 3,934 ft (1,199 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Masunga
Masunga /ˈmɑːsuŋɡʌ/ is a Bakalanga settlement in the North-East District of Botswana. The village is the Headquarters of the North East District. The nearest city is Francistown which is about 120 km (75 mi) away. The Chief of the region is Kgosi Thabo Maruje Masunga III, who took over from his uncle Christopher Masunga.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,216 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,934 ft (1,199 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.6246°, 27.4488° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | North-East |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.9 inches (479 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Masunga
Masunga is a small city in Botswana (North-East) with a population of 6,216. The city sits at an elevation of 3,934 feet (1,199 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.4°F |
| 25% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,934 ft (1,199 m) |
| Area | 2,549.8 sq mi (6,604.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.6246°N, 27.4488°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 in |
Masunga has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 56°F in June to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 18.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.8") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Masunga
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masunga Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Masunga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Vukwi primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Masunga Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Train Stations in Masunga
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Masunga
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Masunga
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport | FRW | Large Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Botswana
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What is the population of Masunga?
Masunga has a population of 6,216 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,549.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Masunga?
Masunga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.9 inches.