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Mathathane, Botswana

Central · Botswana

Mathathane is a small town in Central, Botswana with a population of 1,987. Elevation: 2,218 ft (676 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,987 Population 83/sq mi density
2,218 ft Elevation 676 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
13.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Gaborone Timezone

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About Mathathane

Mathathane is a village in Central District of Botswana. It is located in the eastern tip of Botswana, close to the border with South Africa. The population was 1,845 in 2001 census.

People

Population1,987
Density83/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain13.1 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation2,218 ft (676 m)
Population1,987
Population Density83 / sq mi
Elevation2,218 ft (676 m)
Coordinates-22.2688°, 28.7495°
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
Country🇧🇼 Botswana
State / ProvinceCentral
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation13.1 inches (332 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mathathane

Mathathane is a small town in Botswana (Central) with a population of 1,987. The city sits at an elevation of 2,218 feet (676 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.

Mathathane has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 13.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,218 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average71.7°F
33% above Botswana avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,218 ft (676 m)
Area23.9 sq mi (62.0 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates-22.2688°N, 28.7495°W
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.1"
66% below Botswana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.68"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 2.7 in Warmest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 2.2 in
March 76°F (25°C) 1.5 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in
May 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
June 60°F (15°C) 0.1 in
July 59°F (15°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
October 76°F (25°C) 0.9 in
November 78°F (26°C) 1.9 in
December 79°F (26°C) 2.3 in

Mathathane has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 59°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 13.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.7") and August the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Mathathane

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primary School - - - -
Badale ISS - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mathathane

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Libraries in Mathathane

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mathathane Reading Room0.0

Hotels in Mathathane

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Makadibeng Cattle Post

Airports Near Mathathane

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alldays (Greater Kuduland) Airport-Small Airport
Alldays AirportADYSmall Airport
Alldays Safaris Airport-Small Airport
Arizona Airport-Small Airport
Bergtop Airport-Small Airport
Hwali Airport-Small Airport
Jwala Airport-Small Airport
Kgwedi Airport-Small Airport
Limpopo-Lipadi Airport-Small Airport
Reitz Airport-Small Airport
Swartwater Highway Strip Airport-Small Airport
Tuli Airport-Small Airport
Tuli Lodge AirportTLDSmall Airport
Venetia Mine Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Mathathane

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Mathathane Post Office

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Gaborone

🇧🇼 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 Mathathane

What is the population of Mathathane?

Mathathane has a population of 1,987 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 23.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mathathane?

Mathathane has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.1 inches.

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