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Mmathete, Botswana

Ngwaketsi · Botswana

Mmathete is a small city in Ngwaketsi, Botswana with a population of 5,421. Elevation: 3,980 ft (1,213 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,421 Population 3/sq mi density
3,980 ft Elevation 1,213 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
17.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Gaborone Timezone

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About Mmathete

Mmathethe is a village located in the Southern District of Botswana. It had 5,078 inhabitants at the 2011 census.

People

Population5,421
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation3,980 ft (1,213 m)
Population5,421
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation3,980 ft (1,213 m)
Coordinates-25.3219°, 25.2691°
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
Country🇧🇼 Botswana
State / ProvinceNgwaketsi
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation17.6 inches (447 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mmathete

Mmathete is a small city in Botswana (Ngwaketsi) with a population of 5,421. The city sits at an elevation of 3,980 feet (1,213 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.

Mmathete enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 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 17.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,980 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above Botswana avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,980 ft (1,213 m)
Area1,707.1 sq mi (4,421.3 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-25.3219°N, 25.2691°W
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.6"
54% below Botswana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.43"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.8 on Mar 2, 2024.

Oct 22, 1995 25 km SE of Botlhapatlou, Botswana M3.9 134 km
Mar 2, 2024 53 km ENE of Zeerust, South Africa M3.8 131 km
Jun 8, 1990 11 km SE of Ramotswa, Botswana M3.3 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Wettest
February 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in
March 72°F (22°C) 2.5 in
April 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
May 60°F (16°C) 0.3 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.1 in
July 54°F (12°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 59°F (15°C) 0.1 in
September 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 2.3 in
December 76°F (24°C) 2.6 in

Mmathete has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 54°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Mmathete

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mmathethe Primary School - - - -
Mmathethe Community Junior Secondary School - - - -
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Gas Stations in Mmathete

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mmathethe filling station

Airports Near Mmathete

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jwaneng AirportJWAMedium Airport
Mmabatho International AirportMBDMedium Airport
Botsalano Airport-Small Airport
Goodhope Airport-Small Airport
Kanye Airport-Small Airport
Lobatse Southeast Airport-Small Airport
Manyani Game Lodge Airport-Small Airport
Slurry Airport-Small Airport

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 Mmathete

What is the population of Mmathete?

Mmathete has a population of 5,421 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,707.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mmathete?

Mmathete enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches.

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