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Morija, Lesotho
Maseru District · Lesotho
Morija is a small city in Maseru District, Lesotho with a population of 5,160. Elevation: 5,663 ft (1,726 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Morija
Morija is a town in western Lesotho, located 35 kilometres south of the capital, Maseru. Morija is one of Lesotho's most important historical and cultural sites, known as the Selibeng sa Thuto— the Well-Spring of Learning. It was the site of the first French Protestant mission in Lesotho, founded in 1833 e.g Thomas Arbouset. The town also houses the Morija Museum and Archives, well known for supporting research and preserving valuable records and documents of Lesotho's history. There is also a college of nursing among the schools within the premises. The centre is home for the Lesotho Evangelical Church in Southern Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,160 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,663 ft (1,726 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.6298°, 27.5135° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
| Country | 🇱🇸 Lesotho |
| State / Province | Maseru District |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.9 inches (861 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.9 inches (10 cm) |
About Morija
Morija is a small city in Lesotho (Maseru District) with a population of 5,160. The city sits at an elevation of 5,663 feet (1,726 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.9°F |
| 0% below Lesotho avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,663 ft (1,726 m) |
| Area | 1,670.6 sq mi (4,326.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.6298°N, 27.5135°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 3.3 in |
Morija has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 41°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.5").
Schools in Morija
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motsekuoa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Metlaeeng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Koki Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Morija English Medium School | - | - | - | - |
| Koki Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Motsekuoa High School | - | - | - | - |
| Thabeng High School | - | - | - | - |
| Metlaeeng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Morija
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Morija
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morija Museum & Archives |
Libraries in Morija
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Mofolo Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Morija
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Morija
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Morija
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Morija
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Morija
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moshoeshoe I International Airport | MSU | Large Airport |
| Ladybrand Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mafeteng Airport | MFC | Small Airport |
| Mejametalana Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Mohale's Hoek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nkaus Airport | NKU | Small Airport |
| Nohanas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Semonkong Airport | SOK | Small Airport |
| Thaba Nchu Tar Airport | TCU | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Morija
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Morija Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Morija
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lesotho Evangelical Church (LEC) |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Lesotho
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Morija
What is the population of Morija?
Morija has a population of 5,160 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,670.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Morija?
Morija has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.