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Metsemotlhaba, Botswana
Kweneng · Botswana
Metsemotlhaba is a small city in Kweneng, Botswana with a population of 11,617. Elevation: 3,268 ft (996 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Metsemotlhaba
Metsimotlhabe is a village in Kweneng District of Botswana. The village is located 20 km north-west of Gaborone, along the Gaborone–Molepolole road. The population was 8,884 in 2011 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,617 |
| Population Density | 418 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,268 ft (996 m) |
| Coordinates | -24.5514°, 25.8031° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | Kweneng |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.7 inches (246 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Metsemotlhaba
Metsemotlhaba is a small city in Botswana (Kweneng) with a population of 11,617. The city sits at an elevation of 3,268 feet (996 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Climate in Metsemotlhaba
Metsemotlhaba has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 479 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.9°F |
| 29% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 350 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,268 ft (996 m) |
| Area | 27.8 sq mi (72.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 418/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -24.5514°N, 25.8031°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
Metsemotlhaba has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 56°F in July to 78°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 17.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Metsemotlhaba
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ikageng Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Joyland Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Metsimotlhabe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Metsemotlhaba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botswana National Museum | ||||
| Philatelic Museum |
Libraries in Metsemotlhaba
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 252 | 0.0 | |||||
| Gaborone Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gaborone Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gakuto Primary School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| IDM Classrooms | 0.0 | |||||
| IDM Classrooms | 0.0 | |||||
| IDM Library | 0.0 | |||||
| IDM Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Islamic Information Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Islamic Information Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mophane primary school | 0.0 | |||||
| Mophane primary school | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library Area | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Thamaga Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UB Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Metsemotlhaba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choppies | |||||
| Choppies | |||||
| Choppies | |||||
| Main Mall | |||||
| Spar |
Gas Stations in Metsemotlhaba
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Metsemotlhaba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kgalagadi Breweries Limited |
Stadiums & Teams in Metsemotlhaba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Metsemotlhaba
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sir Seretse Khama International Airport | GBE | Large Airport |
| Batavia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kanye Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lobatse Southeast Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Madikwe East Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Madikwe West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matsieng Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Thebephatshwa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Metsemotlhaba
17 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Agape Dental Clinic | ||
| Bethesda Clinic | ||
| Block 8 Clinic | ||
| Blood Transfusion Centre | ||
| Eastery Health Clinic | ||
| Gaborone Extension 15 Clinic | ||
| Gaborone Fertility Clinic | ||
| GCC LANDFILL | ||
| GCC Rehabiliated LAnd Fill | ||
| Mafitlhakgosi Clinic | ||
| Medi Cross | ||
| Mmopane Clinic | ||
| Mogoditshane Clinic | ||
| National Tuberculose Clinic | ||
| Nkaikela Clinic | ||
| Nkoyaphiri Clinic | ||
| Tlokweng Main Clinic |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Botswana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Metsemotlhaba?
Metsemotlhaba has a population of 11,617 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 418 people per square mile, spread across 27.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Metsemotlhaba?
Metsemotlhaba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.7 inches.