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Mopipi, Botswana

Central · Botswana

Mopipi is a small town in Central, Botswana with a population of 3,301. Elevation: 2,972 ft (906 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,301 Population 11/sq mi density
2,972 ft Elevation 906 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
12.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Gaborone Timezone

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About Mopipi

Mopipi is a village in Central District of Botswana. It is located close to Makgadikgadi Pan. The population was 3,066 in 2001 census. This village was named after a tree called Mopipi, which is commonly found in the region. This area has witnessed steady acidification and desertification since the Pleistocene, but perhaps most dramatically since the 19th century. In particular, the Boteti River used to flow year around in this area on its way to discharge to the Makgadikgadi Pans, but presently this flow is only in the rainy season.

People

Population3,301
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain12.3 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation2,972 ft (906 m)
Population3,301
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation2,972 ft (906 m)
Coordinates-21.1833°, 24.8833°
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
Country🇧🇼 Botswana
State / ProvinceCentral
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation12.3 inches (312 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mopipi

Mopipi is a small town in Botswana (Central) with a population of 3,301. The city sits at an elevation of 2,972 feet (906 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.

Mopipi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 12.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,972 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average74.8°F
39% above Botswana avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,972 ft (906 m)
Area299.3 sq mi (775.2 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-21.1833°N, 24.8833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.3"
68% below Botswana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.07"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Apr 3, 2017.

Apr 3, 2017 92 km SSW of Letlhakane, Botswana M5.0 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 3.1 in Wettest
February 80°F (27°C) 2.4 in
March 78°F (26°C) 1.5 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
May 69°F (20°C) 0.1 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 69°F (20°C) 0.0 in
September 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 0.8 in
November 82°F (28°C) 1.6 in Warmest
December 81°F (27°C) 1.9 in

Mopipi has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 63°F in July to 82°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 12.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (0.0").

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Gas Stations in Mopipi

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Engen
Shell

Airports Near Mopipi

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Central Kalahari Airport-Small Airport
Karowe Airstrip-Small Airport
Orapa AirportORPSmall Airport
Tsigaro Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Gaborone
Elevation
906 m (2,973 ft)

🇧🇼 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 Mopipi

What is the population of Mopipi?

Mopipi has a population of 3,301 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 299.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mopipi?

Mopipi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.3 inches.

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