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Mathakola, Botswana

Central · Botswana

Mathakola is a small town in Central, Botswana with a population of 1,159. Elevation: 3,146 ft (959 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,159 Population 230/sq mi density
3,146 ft Elevation 959 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
11.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Gaborone Timezone

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About Mathakola

Matlhakola est une ville du Botswana.

People

Population1,159
Density230/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain11.9 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation3,146 ft (959 m)
Population1,159
Population Density230 / sq mi
Elevation3,146 ft (959 m)
Coordinates-22.7213°, 27.3106°
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
Country🇧🇼 Botswana
State / ProvinceCentral
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation11.9 inches (302 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mathakola

Mathakola is a small town in Botswana (Central) with a population of 1,159. The city sits at an elevation of 3,146 feet (959 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.

Mathakola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 11.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,146 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above Botswana avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,146 ft (959 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density230/sq mi
Coordinates-22.7213°N, 27.3106°W
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.9"
69% below Botswana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.15"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Apr 19, 2002.

Apr 19, 2002 62 km SW of Kalamare, Botswana M4.5 139 km
Feb 10, 1993 22 km W of Mookane, Botswana M4.3 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
February 76°F (25°C) 2.9 in
March 74°F (23°C) 2.0 in
April 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in
May 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.1 in Coldest
July 60°F (15°C) 0.1 in
August 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
October 74°F (23°C) 1.2 in
November 76°F (25°C) 2.3 in
December 77°F (25°C) 2.9 in

Mathakola has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 57°F in June to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and August the driest (0.0").

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Libraries in Mathakola

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Palapye Branch Library0.0
Ramokgonami Community Library0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Mathakola

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Airports Near Mathakola

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Selebi Phikwe AirportPKWMedium Airport
Babala Lodge Airport-Small Airport
Kokomori Airport-Small Airport
Kwalata Airport-Small Airport
Machaneng Airport-Small Airport
Palala Airfield-Small Airport
Palapye Airport-Small Airport
Sunny Side Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Gaborone
Elevation
959 m (3,146 ft)

🇧🇼 About Botswana

Capital Gaborone
Population 2,254,126
Area 600,370 km²
GDP (USD) $19,411,266,967
GDP per capita $7,826
HDI 0.708
Life expectancy 69.2 years
Internet users 81.4%
Urban population 67.0%
Currency BWP (Pula)
Languages English, Tswana
Calling code +267
TLD .bw
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Botswana

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
Jul 1 Sir Seretse Khama Day Sir Seretse Khama Day
Jul 20 Presidents' Day Presidents' Day
Sep 30 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 1 Botswana Day holiday Botswana Day holiday
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mathakola

What is the population of Mathakola?

Mathakola has a population of 1,159 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 230 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mathakola?

Mathakola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.9 inches.

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