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Mosopa, Botswana

Ngwaketsi · Botswana

Mosopa is a small city in Ngwaketsi, Botswana with a population of 23,858. Elevation: 3,727 ft (1,136 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

23,858 Population 83/sq mi density
3,727 ft Elevation 1,136 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
9.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Gaborone Timezone

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About Mosopa

Moshupa is a large village in the Southern District of Botswana with a population of 20,016 per the 2011 census. The people of Moshupa are called the Bakgatla-ba-ga Mmanaana, a group also found in Thamaga. Along with the related Bakgatla-ba-ga Kgafela of Mochudi, they arrived to the region from the Transvaal region in South Africa throughout the eighteenth century.

People

Population23,858
Density83/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain9.5 in/yr
Sunny Days351/yr
Elevation3,727 ft (1,136 m)
Population23,858
Population Density83 / sq mi
Elevation3,727 ft (1,136 m)
Coordinates-24.7718°, 25.4216°
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
Country🇧🇼 Botswana
State / ProvinceNgwaketsi
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation9.5 inches (241 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mosopa

Mosopa is a small city in Botswana (Ngwaketsi) with a population of 23,858. The city sits at an elevation of 3,727 feet (1,136 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.

Climate in Mosopa

Mosopa has an average annual temperature of 20.6°C (69°F). The hottest month is Nov (25.4°C), the coldest is Jul (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 536 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25°C / 77°F 14.3° / 36.7° 92.5
Feb 24.8°C / 77°F 14.4° / 35.8° 81.8
Mar 23.7°C / 75°F 13.4° / 35.9° 49.3
Apr 20°C / 68°F 8.1° / 32.1° 78.4
May 16.7°C / 62°F 4.2° / 28.7° 9.5
Jun 12.9°C / 55°F 1.5° / 26.5° 4.4
Jul 12.8°C / 55°F -0.8° / 27.1° 1.0
Aug 16.5°C / 62°F 1.9° / 31.8° 2.0
Sep 20.8°C / 69°F 6.6° / 35.6° 2.5
Oct 23.8°C / 75°F 9.8° / 38.7° 26.2
Nov 25.4°C / 78°F 12.2° / 38.8° 75.2
Dec 25.2°C / 77°F 14.5° / 38.6° 113.2
Mosopa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 351 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 9.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,727 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above Botswana avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days351 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,727 ft (1,136 m)
Area288.7 sq mi (747.7 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates-24.7718°N, 25.4216°W
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.5"
75% below Botswana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.91"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.8 on Mar 2, 2024.

Aug 12, 2017 55 km NNE of Botlhapatlou, Botswana M4.9 137 km
Oct 22, 1995 25 km SE of Botlhapatlou, Botswana M3.9 71 km
Mar 2, 2024 53 km ENE of Zeerust, South Africa M3.8 133 km
Jul 28, 1991 56 km WNW of Maile, South Africa M3.6 145 km
Jun 8, 1990 11 km SE of Ramotswa, Botswana M3.3 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.9 in Wettest
February 76°F (25°C) 2.5 in
March 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
May 62°F (16°C) 0.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.1 in
July 53°F (12°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
October 74°F (24°C) 1.6 in
November 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in
December 77°F (25°C) 2.3 in Warmest

Mosopa has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 53°F in July to 77°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.9") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Mosopa

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Moshupa Senior Secondary School - - - -
Kebonyekgotla Primary School - - - -
Kgabophuti Primary School - - - -
Baitirile Secondary School - - - -
Bakoko Primary School - - - -
Mosielele Primary School - - - -
Mmanaana Junior Secondary School - - - -
Bakgatla Primary School - - - -
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Museums in Mosopa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kgosi Bathoen II Museum

Libraries in Mosopa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kanye Public Library0.0
Moshupa Library0.0
Thamaga Library0.0
Thamaga Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Mosopa

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Engen Moshupa
Shell
Shell Moshupa

Banks in Mosopa

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

absa

Shopping Malls in Mosopa

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Salafana Shopper

Stadiums & Teams in Mosopa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mosopa

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sir Seretse Khama International AirportGBELarge Airport
Jwaneng AirportJWAMedium Airport
Goodhope Airport-Small Airport
Kanye Airport-Small Airport
Lobatse Southeast Airport-Small Airport
Matsieng Aerodrome-Small Airport
Thebephatshwa Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mosopa

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Roman Catholic

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Gaborone
Elevation
1,141 m (3,744 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 Mosopa

What is the population of Mosopa?

Mosopa has a population of 23,858 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 288.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mosopa?

Mosopa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.5 inches.

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