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Rothe, Lesotho
Maseru District · Lesotho
Rothe is a small town in Maseru District, Lesotho with a population of 4,879. Elevation: 5,243 ft (1,598 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rothe
Rothe or Roethe is a surname. Notable people with the surname include:Bendt Rothe, Danish actor
Camilla Rothe, German physician and tropical medicine expert
David Rothe (1573–1650), Irish Roman Catholic bishop
Edward J. Roethe (1878–1952), American politician
Erich Rothe (1895–1988), German-born American mathematician
Jessica Rothe, American actress
Johannes Rothe, (1628–1702), prophetic preacher and Fifth Monarchist
Heinrich August Rothe (1773–1842), German mathematician
Henry Edgar Roethe (1866–1939), American politician
Mechtild Rothe (1947), German politician
Paul Rothe (1890-1961), German flying ace
Peter Rothe, German art director
Richard Roethe (1865–1944), German military officer
Richard Rothe (1799–1867), German theologian
Rudolf Rothe (1873–1942), German mathematician
Rudolph Rothe (1802–1877), Danish landscape architect
Sjur Røthe, Norwegian cross-country skier
Utz Rothe, Austrian artist
Ursula Rothe (classicist), Australian classicist
People
Climate
| Population | 4,879 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,243 ft (1,598 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.5724°, 27.4604° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
| Country | 🇱🇸 Lesotho |
| State / Province | Maseru District |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.9 inches (861 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.9 inches (10 cm) |
About Rothe
Rothe is a small town in Lesotho (Maseru District) with a population of 4,879. The city sits at an elevation of 5,243 feet (1,598 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.9°F |
| 0% below Lesotho avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,243 ft (1,598 m) |
| Area | 1,670.6 sq mi (4,326.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.5724°N, 27.4604°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in |
Rothe has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 41°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Rothe
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Barnabas High School | - | - | - | - |
| Reisisi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ramatekane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Liqoabong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rats'oeu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rothe Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Masite Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Peter Clever Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Thupa-Likaka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Menard School | - | - | - | - |
| Thupa-Likaka Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thupa-Likaka Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Child Jesus High School | - | - | - | - |
| Reisisi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ramatekane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Liqoabong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rats'oeu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Menard School | - | - | - | - |
| Thupa-Likaka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Rothe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morija Museum & Archives |
Libraries in Rothe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liraoheleng LECSA Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mangoaela Library | 0.0 |
Clinics in Rothe
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rothe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rothe
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moshoeshoe I International Airport | MSU | Large Airport |
| Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport | FCB | Medium Airport |
| Ladybrand Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leribe Airport | LRB | Small Airport |
| Mafeteng Airport | MFC | Small Airport |
| Mejametalana Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Mohale's Hoek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nkaus Airport | NKU | Small Airport |
| Nohanas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Semonkong Airport | SOK | Small Airport |
| Thaba Nchu Tar Airport | TCU | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Rothe
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Family Health Clinic | ||
| Katlehong LMPS AHF | ||
| Lithoteng Filter Clinic | ||
| Men's Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rothe
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Peter Clever |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Lesotho
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rothe
What is the population of Rothe?
Rothe has a population of 4,879 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,670.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rothe?
Rothe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.