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Peka, Lesotho

Leribe · Lesotho

Peka is a small city in Leribe, Lesotho with a population of 5,937. Elevation: 5,289 ft (1,612 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,937 Population 3/sq mi density
5,289 ft Elevation 1,612 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
34.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maseru Timezone

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About Peka

Peka

Peka is a town in the Leribe District of Lesotho. It has a population of approximately 17,161 (2005).

People

Population5,937
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation5,289 ft (1,612 m)
Population5,937
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation5,289 ft (1,612 m)
Coordinates-28.9688°, 27.7626°
TimezoneAfrica/Maseru
Country🇱🇸 Lesotho
State / ProvinceLeribe
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation34.3 inches (870 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.3 inches (3 cm)

About Peka

Peka is a small city in Lesotho (Leribe) with a population of 5,937. The city sits at an elevation of 5,289 feet (1,612 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.

Climate in Peka

Peka has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 696 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 100.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 93.6
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 88.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 59.7
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 22.2
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 13.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 5.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 23.5
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 23.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 81.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 88.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 95.5
Peka experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 346 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 34.3 inches. The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,289 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below Lesotho avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,289 ft (1,612 m)
Area2,125.7 sq mi (5,505.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-28.9688°N, 27.7626°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maseru

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.3"
10% below Lesotho avg
Snowfall 1.3"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.61"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

125 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6.

Oct 30, 1994 6 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.6 145 km
Jun 6, 1992 5 km SSE of Welkom, South Africa M5.3 144 km
Sep 26, 1990 4 km S of Welkom, South Africa M5.0 147 km
Mar 22, 2019 8 km WNW of Virginia, South Africa M4.9 138 km
Jul 13, 1998 14 km ENE of Welkom, South Africa M4.9 144 km
Mar 1, 2015 8 km ESE of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 142 km
Nov 14, 1990 7 km WSW of Virginia, South Africa M4.8 134 km
Feb 28, 2002 5 km E of Welkom, South Africa M4.8 145 km
May 19, 1995 7 km SSE of Welkom, South Africa M4.7 143 km
Nov 26, 2013 3 km S of Welkom, South Africa M4.6 147 km
Mar 17, 1990 11 km S of Welkom, South Africa M4.5 141 km
Jan 25, 2020 11 km S of Welkom, South Africa M4.5 140 km
Aug 22, 1991 7 km NW of Virginia, South Africa M4.5 138 km
Aug 18, 2016 10 km W of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M4.5 150 km
Jul 23, 2019 27 km NNW of Theunissen, South Africa M4.4 144 km
Sep 5, 2016 4 km SSW of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 77 km
Jul 19, 2016 5 km NW of Virginia, South Africa M4.3 135 km
Jan 27, 2002 25 km S of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 98 km
Jan 27, 2002 43 km SE of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 111 km
Jul 24, 2001 12 km S of Hennenman, South Africa M4.2 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 4.6 in Wettest
February 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in Warmest
March 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
April 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.5 in
July 41°F (5°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
August 49°F (10°C) 0.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in
November 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
December 67°F (20°C) 3.8 in

Peka has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 41°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Peka

22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Renekeng Secondary School - - - -
Peka L.E.C. Primary School - - - -
Rantuba Secondary School - - - -
Rantuba Primary School - - - -
Peka English Medium School - - - -
St. Mattias Primary School - - - -
Mokunutlung Primary School - - - -
Ralikariki Combined School - - - -
Peka High School - - - -
St. Rose Primary School - - - -
St. Rose High School - - - -
Peka L.E.C. Primary School - - - -
Mopeli Primary School - - - -
Ipopeng-Sechaba Primary School - - - -
Mokunutlung Primary School - - - -
Ralikariki Combined School - - - -
Rantuba Secondary School - - - -
Rantuba Primary School - - - -
St. Rose Primary School - - - -
St. Rose High School - - - -
Peka English Medium School - - - -
St. Mattias Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Peka

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Peka

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kolonyama Market

Clinics in Peka

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

LS #367474084
Old Peka Health Centre
Peka Health Center

Gas Stations in Peka

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

peka filling station

Breweries in Peka

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
TY Depot

Airports Near Peka

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moshoeshoe I International AirportMSULarge Airport
Ficksburg Sentraoes AirportFCBMedium Airport
Aldam Airport-Small Airport
Arbeitsgenot Airport-Small Airport
Arizona Airport-Small Airport
Bethlehem Airport-Small Airport
Kolberg Airport-Small Airport
Ladybrand Airfield-Small Airport
Leribe AirportLRBSmall Airport
Mantsonyane Airport-Small Airport
Mejametalana Air Base-Small Airport
Monte Carlo Airport-Small Airport
Pelaneng AirportPELSmall Airport
Senekal Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Peka

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Peka Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Peka

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Rose RCL Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Maseru
Elevation
1,610 m (5,282 ft)

🇱🇸 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 Peka

What is the population of Peka?

Peka has a population of 5,937 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,125.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Peka?

Peka 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 41°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.3 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow.

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