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Molepolole, Botswana

Kweneng · Botswana

Molepolole is a mid-size city in Kweneng, Botswana with a population of 74,861. Elevation: 3,760 ft (1,146 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

74,861 Population 2,693/sq mi density
3,760 ft Elevation 1,146 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
16.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Gaborone Timezone

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About Molepolole

Molepolole

Molepolole is a large village in Kweneng District, Botswana.

People

Population74,861
Density2,693/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation3,760 ft (1,146 m)
Population74,861
Population Density2,693 / sq mi
Elevation3,760 ft (1,146 m)
Coordinates-24.4066°, 25.4951°
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
Country🇧🇼 Botswana
State / ProvinceKweneng
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation16.7 inches (423 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Molepolole

Molepolole is a mid-size city in Botswana (Kweneng) with a population of 74,861. The city sits at an elevation of 3,760 feet (1,146 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.

Climate in Molepolole

Molepolole has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Nov (26.3°C), the coldest is Jul (13.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 512 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.8°C / 78°F 15.1° / 37.3° 85.5
Feb 25.5°C / 78°F 15.2° / 36.3° 71.9
Mar 24.4°C / 76°F 14.2° / 36.5° 49.9
Apr 20.9°C / 70°F 8.4° / 32.8° 80.6
May 17.3°C / 63°F 4.6° / 29° 6.0
Jun 13.5°C / 56°F 1.6° / 27° 3.2
Jul 13.4°C / 56°F -0.2° / 27.7° 1.4
Aug 17.1°C / 63°F 2.3° / 32.4° 1.2
Sep 21.4°C / 70°F 7.2° / 36.2° 1.8
Oct 24.5°C / 76°F 10.5° / 39.1° 23.5
Nov 26.3°C / 79°F 13° / 39.5° 74.3
Dec 25.9°C / 79°F 14.9° / 39.3° 112.5
Molepolole enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 306 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 16.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,760 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above Botswana avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,760 ft (1,146 m)
Area27.8 sq mi (72.0 km²)
Population Density2,693/sq mi
Coordinates-24.4066°N, 25.4951°W
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.7"
56% below Botswana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.19"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 12, 2017.

Aug 12, 2017 55 km NNE of Botlhapatlou, Botswana M4.9 96 km
Apr 19, 2002 62 km SW of Kalamare, Botswana M4.5 138 km
Feb 10, 1993 22 km W of Mookane, Botswana M4.3 124 km
Oct 22, 1995 25 km SE of Botlhapatlou, Botswana M3.9 32 km
Jun 8, 1990 11 km SE of Ramotswa, Botswana M3.3 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
February 76°F (24°C) 2.6 in
March 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
May 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
June 56°F (14°C) 0.1 in
July 56°F (13°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 62°F (16°C) 0.1 in
September 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
October 74°F (23°C) 1.4 in
November 75°F (24°C) 2.5 in
December 76°F (25°C) 2.5 in

Molepolole has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 56°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Molepolole

Institution Type Founded Website
Molepolole College of Education College - ,

Schools in Molepolole

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kgari Sechele II Senior Secondary School - - - -
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Clinics in Molepolole

8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bokaa Clinic
Borakalalo Clinic
Boribamo Clinic
Boswelakoko Clinic
Kgosi Clinic
Lekgwapheng Clinic HP
Molepolole Council Clinic
Phuthadikobo Clinic

Gas Stations in Molepolole

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BW #1956414800
BW #1956414801
Caltex
Engen

Shopping Malls in Molepolole

3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mafenyatlala Shopping Mall
Shoprite
Spar

Stadiums & Teams in Molepolole

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Airports Near Molepolole

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sir Seretse Khama International AirportGBELarge Airport
Kanye Airport-Small Airport
Madikwe West Airport-Small Airport
Matsieng Aerodrome-Small Airport
Thebephatshwa Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Gaborone

Around Molepolole

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 1
Hospitals 1
Bars 1
Supermarkets 3
Libraries 1
Police Stations 2

🇧🇼 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 Molepolole

What is the population of Molepolole?

Molepolole has a population of 74,861 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 2,693 people per square mile, spread across 27.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Molepolole?

Molepolole enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.7 inches.

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