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Salajwe, Botswana
Kweneng · Botswana
Salajwe is a small town in Kweneng, Botswana with a population of 1,705. Elevation: 3,458 ft (1,054 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Salajwe
Salajwe is a village in Kweneng District of Botswana. It is located in central Botswana, in Kalahari Desert, 70 km north-west of Letlhakeng. The population of Salajwe was 1,705 in 2001 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,705 |
| Population Density | 56 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,458 ft (1,054 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.6964°, 24.7175° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | Kweneng |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.9 inches (353 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Salajwe
Salajwe is a small town in Botswana (Kweneng) with a population of 1,705. The city sits at an elevation of 3,458 feet (1,054 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.8°F |
| 33% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,458 ft (1,054 m) |
| Area | 30.6 sq mi (79.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -23.6964°N, 24.7175°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
Salajwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 59°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 13.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Salajwe
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salajwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lempu Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Salajwe
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Salajwe
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Salajwe
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Salajwe
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Khutse Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Thebephatshwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Salajwe?
Salajwe has a population of 1,705 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 56 people per square mile, spread across 30.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salajwe?
Salajwe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.9 inches.