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Mphaki, Lesotho

Quthing · Lesotho

Mphaki is a small town in Quthing, Lesotho with a population of 1,978. Elevation: 6,558 ft (1,999 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,978 Population 1/sq mi density
6,558 ft Elevation 1,999 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
28.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maseru Timezone

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About Mphaki

Mphaki is a community council located in the Quthing District of Lesotho. Its population in 2006 was 20,288.

People

Population1,978
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation6,558 ft (1,999 m)
Population1,978
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,558 ft (1,999 m)
Coordinates-30.1940°, 28.1297°
TimezoneAfrica/Maseru
Country🇱🇸 Lesotho
State / ProvinceQuthing
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation28.5 inches (723 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mphaki

Mphaki is a small town in Lesotho (Quthing) with a population of 1,978. The city sits at an elevation of 6,558 feet (1,999 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.

Mphaki experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 284 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 28.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,558 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 42°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below Lesotho avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,558 ft (1,999 m)
Area1,428.4 sq mi (3,699.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-30.1940°N, 28.1297°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maseru

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.5"
25% below Lesotho avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.13"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5.

Aug 18, 2016 10 km W of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M4.5 44 km
Jan 27, 2002 43 km SE of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 30 km
Jan 27, 2002 25 km S of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 51 km
Sep 5, 2016 4 km SSW of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 70 km
Jul 31, 1993 5 km S of Nako, Lesotho M3.8 68 km
Feb 8, 1995 35 km NE of Mohale’s Hoek, Lesotho M3.7 43 km
Jan 27, 1994 52 km WSW of Kokstad, South Africa M3.4 102 km
Aug 21, 1990 27 km ESE of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M3.1 77 km
Apr 17, 1993 52 km W of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.9 145 km
Jun 10, 1993 11 km WNW of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.7 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
March 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
May 47°F (9°C) 0.8 in
June 42°F (5°C) 0.8 in Coldest
July 42°F (5°C) 0.6 in Driest
August 47°F (8°C) 1.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
November 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
December 62°F (17°C) 3.6 in

Mphaki has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 42°F in June to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Mphaki

42 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mahlomola Primary School - - - -
Sebubeng Primary School - - - -
Ts'itsong LEC Primary School - - - -
Letele Primary School - - - -
Mopeli High School - - - -
Mphaki High School - - - -
Mphaki Primary School - - - -
Tsekong L.E.C. School - - - -
Mahlakaneng Primary School - - - -
Khamolane Primary School - - - -
'Mampiletso Primary School - - - -
Makatikele Primary School - - - -
Qhoali L.E.C. School - - - -
Ts'ethe L.E.C. School - - - -
Kelebone Primary School - - - -
Khakeng 1995 School - - - -
Tsolo-lea-Luma Primary School - - - -
Jobo Community School - - - -
Lesholu Primary School - - - -
Pulane Methodist Primary School - - - -
Quthing Primary School - - - -
Makatikele Primary School - - - -
Paballong Primary School - - - -
Sebubeng Primary School - - - -
Khamolane Primary School - - - -
'Mampiletso Primary School - - - -
Tsekong L.E.C. School - - - -
Mahlomola Primary School - - - -
Qhoali L.E.C. School - - - -
Ts'itsong LEC Primary School - - - -
Ts'ethe L.E.C. School - - - -
Kelebone Primary School - - - -
Mahlakaneng Primary School - - - -
Khakeng 1995 School - - - -
Matsiring Primary School (Ruins) - - - -
Tsolo-lea-Luma Primary School - - - -
Jobo Community School - - - -
Mopeli High School - - - -
Letele Primary School - - - -
Lesholu Primary School - - - -
Quthing Primary School - - - -
Paballong Primary School - - - -
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Clinics in Mphaki

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Makoae Health Centre
Mphaki Health Center
Paballong Health Centre

Gas Stations in Mphaki

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

LS #4062930217

Ski Resorts Near Mphaki

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Tiffindell 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Mphaki

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moshoeshoe I International AirportMSULarge Airport
Kuebunyane Airstrip-Small Airport
Lebakeng AirportLEFSmall Airport
Lesobeng AirportLESSmall Airport
Mantsonyane Airport-Small Airport
Mashai Store Airport-Small Airport
Matabeng Store Airport-Small Airport
Matabeng Village Airport-Small Airport
Matatiele Airport-Small Airport
Matsaile AirportMSGSmall Airport
Mohale's Hoek Airport-Small Airport
Mohlanapeng Airport-Small Airport
Nkaus AirportNKUSmall Airport
Nohanas Airport-Small Airport
Qacha's Nek AirportUNESmall Airport
Quthing AirportUTGSmall Airport
Sehonghong AirportSHKSmall Airport
Sekakes AirportSKQSmall Airport
Semonkong AirportSOKSmall Airport
St. Theresa Airport-Small Airport
Tebellong Airport-Small Airport
Thaba-Tseka AirportTHBSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mphaki

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Michael RC. Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Maseru

🇱🇸 About Lesotho

Capital Maseru
Population 2,108,132
Area 30,355 km²
GDP (USD) $2,117,962,445
GDP per capita $916
HDI 0.550
Life expectancy 57.4 years
Internet users 48.0%
Urban population 42.7%
Currency LSL (Loti)
Languages English, Sotho
Calling code +266
TLD .ls
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Lesotho

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 11 Moshoeshoe Day Moshoeshoe Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
May 25 Africa Day/ Heroes' Day Africa Day/ Heroes' Day
Jul 17 King Letsie III's Birthday King Letsie III's Birthday
Oct 4 Independence Day Independence Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mphaki

What is the population of Mphaki?

Mphaki has a population of 1,978 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,428.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mphaki?

Mphaki has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.5 inches.

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