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Ramotswa, Botswana
South-East · Botswana
Ramotswa is a mid-size city in South-East, Botswana with a population of 33,271. Elevation: 3,409 ft (1,039 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ramotswa
Ramotswa is a village in South-East District of Botswana, southwest of the capital of Gaborone. The population was 27,760 in 2011 census.
It is the tribal capital of the BaLete, an ethnic majority springing from the Nguni tribe.
People
Climate
| Population | 33,271 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,409 ft (1,039 m) |
| Coordinates | -24.8716°, 25.8699° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | South-East |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.5 inches (471 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ramotswa
Ramotswa is a mid-size city in Botswana (South-East) with a population of 33,271. The city sits at an elevation of 3,409 feet (1,039 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Climate in Ramotswa
Ramotswa 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 479 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.2°F |
| 26% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,409 ft (1,039 m) |
| Area | 1,707.1 sq mi (4,421.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -24.8716°N, 25.8699°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 2.9 in |
Ramotswa has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 55°F in June to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Ramotswa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botswana Police College | College | - | , |
Schools in Ramotswa
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigades | - | - | - | - |
| Lesetlhana Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Seboko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Baitlotli Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Taung Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Magopane Hill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ramotswa Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thuto Boswa Rehab Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Kelemogile Community Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mokgosi Memorial School | - | - | - | - |
| Siga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kagiso Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kgetheng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ketshwerebothata Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| New Era College | - | - | - | - |
| St. Conrads Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ramotswa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ramotswa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botswana National Museum | ||||
| Otse Wildlife Visitor Centre | ||||
| Philatelic Museum |
Libraries in Ramotswa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 252 | 0.0 | |||||
| Gaborone Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gaborone Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| IDM Classrooms | 0.0 | |||||
| IDM Classrooms | 0.0 | |||||
| IDM Library | 0.0 | |||||
| IDM Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Islamic Information Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Islamic Information Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mophane primary school | 0.0 | |||||
| Mophane primary school | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library Area | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ramotswa Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UB Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ramotswa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choppies | |||||
| Main Mall |
Hotels in Ramotswa
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ramotswa
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ramotswa
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ramotswa
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ramotswa
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ramotswa
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ramotswa
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ramotswa
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Ramotswa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kgalagadi Breweries Limited |
Stadiums & Teams in Ramotswa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ramotswa
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sir Seretse Khama International Airport | GBE | Large Airport |
| Batavia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Botsalano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Goodhope Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kanye Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lobatse Southeast Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Madikwe East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Madikwe West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matsieng Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Thebephatshwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zeerust Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ramotswa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ramotswa Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Ramotswa
13 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Agape Dental Clinic | ||
| Bethesda Clinic | ||
| Blood Transfusion Centre | ||
| Gaborone Extension 15 Clinic | ||
| Gaborone Fertility Clinic | ||
| GCC LANDFILL | ||
| GCC Rehabiliated LAnd Fill | ||
| Mafitlhakgosi Clinic | ||
| Medi Cross | ||
| Mogoditshane Clinic | ||
| National Tuberculose Clinic | ||
| Nkaikela Clinic | ||
| Tlokweng Main Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ramotswa
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lutheran Church | |
| PPC Ramotswa |
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What is the population of Ramotswa?
Ramotswa has a population of 33,271 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 1,707.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ramotswa?
Ramotswa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.5 inches.