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Phamong, Lesotho
Mohale's Hoek District · Lesotho
Phamong is a small city in Mohale's Hoek District, Lesotho with a population of 8,402. Elevation: 5,499 ft (1,676 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Phamong
Phamong is a community council located in the Mohale's Hoek District of Lesotho. Its population in 2006 was 8,402. Chieftainess Nthati Bereng Bereng was confirmed into office as Principal Chief of Phamong at a ceremony presided over by King Letsie III on August 27, 2004. The inauguration follows the death of her husband in 2002.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,402 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,499 ft (1,676 m) |
| Coordinates | -30.2481°, 27.8014° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
| Country | 🇱🇸 Lesotho |
| State / Province | Mohale's Hoek District |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.4 inches (645 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Phamong
Phamong is a small city in Lesotho (Mohale's Hoek District) with a population of 8,402. The city sits at an elevation of 5,499 feet (1,676 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above Lesotho avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,499 ft (1,676 m) |
| Area | 2,411.8 sq mi (6,246.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -30.2481°N, 27.8014°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in |
Phamong has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 45°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Phamong
25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anone Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Anone Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Piti Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nkuebe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Potomane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sakhele Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lempe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sea-Luma Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Qaqatu Community School | - | - | - | - |
| Seliane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shalane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lengau Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Makhabane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Qaqatu Community School | - | - | - | - |
| Seliane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Piti Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nkuebe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shalane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Potomane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bethel High School | - | - | - | - |
| Lengau Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sakhele Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lempe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Makhabane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sea-Luma Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Phamong
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Phamong
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffindell | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Phamong
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barkly East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuebunyane Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lady Grey Golf Course Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lesobeng Airport | LES | Small Airport |
| Mafeteng Airport | MFC | Small Airport |
| Mantsonyane Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mayaputi Game Reserve Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mohale's Hoek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nkaus Airport | NKU | Small Airport |
| Nohanas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quthing Airport | UTG | Small Airport |
| Sekakes Airport | SKQ | Small Airport |
| Semonkong Airport | SOK | Small Airport |
| Tebellong Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Lesotho
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What is the population of Phamong?
Phamong has a population of 8,402 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,411.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Phamong?
Phamong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches.