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Mokhotlong, Lesotho
Mokhotlong District · Lesotho
Mokhotlong is a small city in Mokhotlong District, Lesotho with a population of 14,461. Elevation: 7,221 ft (2,201 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About Mokhotlong
Mokhotlong is a constituency, city and seat of Mokhotlong District in the mountainous northeastern part of Lesotho. It is the first major city with an airport along the road from South Africa across the Sani Pass, near the Maloti Mountains. The name of the city is named in Sesotho, the language of the people of Lesotho, meaning "Place of the Bald Ibis." Thabana Ntlenyana, the highest point in southern Africa, is found in the district.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,461 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,221 ft (2,201 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.2894°, 29.0675° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
| Country | 🇱🇸 Lesotho |
| State / Province | Mokhotlong District |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.9 inches (734 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mokhotlong
Mokhotlong is a small city in Lesotho (Mokhotlong District) with a population of 14,461. The city sits at an elevation of 7,221 feet (2,201 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.
Climate in Mokhotlong
Mokhotlong has an average annual temperature of 11.2°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jan (15.8°C), the coldest is Jul (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1237 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below Lesotho avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,221 ft (2,201 m) |
| Area | 2,017.6 sq mi (5,225.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.2894°N, 29.0675°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 4.0 in |
Mokhotlong has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 41°F in June to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 28.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Mokhotlong
55+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molefe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mokhotlong LEC Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Libibing Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Senkoase High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tseko Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Moshemong Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Linots'ing Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Seeiso Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lechesa School | — | — | — | — |
| Malapane Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kanana School | — | — | — | — |
| Molumong Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St James High School | — | — | — | — |
| St James Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mokhotlong High School | — | — | — | — |
| Matsoaing Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lihlabeng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ntlholohetsane School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Peter's School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Micheal's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Harvesters Hillock Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Bafatsana Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Poso (Bafali) Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sekoka School | — | — | — | — |
| Matlere School | — | — | — | — |
| Motsitseng School | — | — | — | — |
| Lebopo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Seotsa School | — | — | — | — |
| Bafatsana Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Molumong Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St James High School | — | — | — | — |
| St James Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sakeng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tseko Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Masuaneng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Matsoaing Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Moshemong Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lihlabeng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Linots'ing Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Seeiso Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Letjama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Micheal's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Harvesters Hillock Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Poso (Bafali) Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sekoka School | — | — | — | — |
| Matlere School | — | — | — | — |
| Motsitseng School | — | — | — | — |
| Senkoase High School | — | — | — | — |
| Lechesa School | — | — | — | — |
| Seotsa School | — | — | — | — |
| Mojakisane Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Seeiso High School | — | — | — | — |
| Masuaneng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sakeng Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Letjama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mokhotlong
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Mokhotlong
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mokhotlong
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mokhotlong
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mokhotlong
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mokhotlong
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mokhotlong
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Mokhotlong
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AfriSki | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Mokhotlong
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ladysmith Airport | LAY | Medium Airport |
| Amphitheatre Lodge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bingelela | — | Small Airport |
| Bobete Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Drakensberg Gardens Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Mirador Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Glen Grey Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Glenside Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Himeville Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Katse Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kolberg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kuebunyane Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lebakeng Airport | LEF | Small Airport |
| Lesobeng Airport | LES | Small Airport |
| Letseng Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malefiloane Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mashai Store Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matabeng Store Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matabeng Village Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matsaile Airport | MSG | Small Airport |
| Mohlanapeng Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mokhotlong Airport | MKH | Small Airport |
| Pelaneng Airport | PEL | Small Airport |
| Sehlabathebe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sehonghong Airport | SHK | Small Airport |
| Sekakes Airport | SKQ | Small Airport |
| Seshutes Airport | SHZ | Small Airport |
| St. Theresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Thaba-Tseka Airport | THB | Small Airport |
| Tlokoeng Airport | TKO | Small Airport |
| Underberg Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mokhotlong
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post Office Mokhotlong |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Mokhotlong
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Maloti-Drakensberg Park |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mokhotlong
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anglican Church | |
| Assembles of God | |
| Harvesters Hillock Bible Church | |
| Reformierte Kirche | |
| St James |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Mokhotlong
What is the population of Mokhotlong?
Mokhotlong has a population of 14,461 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 2,017.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mokhotlong?
Mokhotlong has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches.