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Sefikeng, Lesotho

Berea · Lesotho

Sefikeng is a small city in Berea, Lesotho with a population of 5,119. Elevation: 6,329 ft (1,929 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,119 Population 5/sq mi density
6,329 ft Elevation 1,929 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
30.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maseru Timezone

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About Sefikeng

Sefikeng is a town in western Lesotho, located 30 kilometres to the east of the capital, Maseru, and 15 kilometres south of Teyateyaneng.

People

Population5,119
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain30.0 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation6,329 ft (1,929 m)
Population5,119
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation6,329 ft (1,929 m)
Coordinates-29.2789°, 27.8077°
TimezoneAfrica/Maseru
Country🇱🇸 Lesotho
State / ProvinceBerea
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation30.0 inches (761 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sefikeng

Sefikeng is a small city in Lesotho (Berea) with a population of 5,119. The city sits at an elevation of 6,329 feet (1,929 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.

Sefikeng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 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 30.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,329 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above Lesotho avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,329 ft (1,929 m)
Area958.6 sq mi (2,482.7 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-29.2789°N, 27.8077°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maseru

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.0"
21% below Lesotho avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.76"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5.

Aug 18, 2016 10 km W of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M4.5 119 km
Jan 27, 2002 43 km SE of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 76 km
Jan 27, 2002 25 km S of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 64 km
Sep 5, 2016 4 km SSW of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 42 km
Mar 20, 2015 25 km ESE of Ventersburg, South Africa M4.2 134 km
Jul 31, 1993 5 km S of Nako, Lesotho M3.8 43 km
Feb 8, 1995 35 km NE of Mohale’s Hoek, Lesotho M3.7 76 km
Feb 21, 1996 12 km ESE of Virginia, South Africa M3.6 149 km
Apr 17, 1993 52 km W of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.9 122 km
Jun 10, 1993 11 km WNW of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.7 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
February 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
March 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in
April 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 0.8 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in Coldest
July 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in

Sefikeng has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 45°F in June to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Sefikeng

49 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St. Lydia Primary School - - - -
Zenon High School - - - -
Piting Secondary School - - - -
Tsimatsi Primary School - - - -
Pukane High School - - - -
Gabashane Primary School - - - -
Bishop Mohlalisi Primary School - - - -
Sefikaneng 2002 School - - - -
Koung School - - - -
Bethany Primary School - - - -
Khotsonkoane Primary School - - - -
Senekane Primary School - - - -
Ino Primary School - - - -
Sefikeng High School - - - -
Pulane Primary School - - - -
Metolong Primary School - - - -
Patisaneng School - - - -
Thupa-Kubu 2002 Primary School - - - -
Thafeng (John Paul II) Primary School - - - -
Soaing School - - - -
Mokotoko DRC Primary School - - - -
Seeiso School - - - -
St Lucia Primary School - - - -
Tseetsana School - - - -
Mokonyana A.C.L. School - - - -
St Lucia Primary School - - - -
Piting Secondary School - - - -
Thupa-Kubu 2002 Primary School - - - -
Bethany Primary School - - - -
Senekane Primary School - - - -
Thafeng (John Paul II) Primary School - - - -
Gabashane Primary School - - - -
Soaing School - - - -
Zenon High School - - - -
Metolong Primary School - - - -
Mokotoko DRC Primary School - - - -
Seeiso School - - - -
Patisaneng School - - - -
Sefikaneng 2002 School - - - -
Sefikeng Primary School - - - -
Sefikeng High School - - - -
Tseetsana School - - - -
Tsimatsi Primary School - - - -
Pulane Primary School - - - -
Mokonyana A.C.L. School - - - -
Koung School - - - -
St. Lydia Primary School - - - -
Khotsonkoane Primary School - - - -
Sefikeng Primary School - - - -
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Libraries in Sefikeng

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Thomas Mofolo Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sefikeng

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kolonyama Market

Clinics in Sefikeng

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

LS #274230049
LS #332485394
Pilot Health Centre

Breweries in Sefikeng

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
TY Depot

Airports Near Sefikeng

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moshoeshoe I International AirportMSULarge Airport
Ficksburg Sentraoes AirportFCBMedium Airport
Arbeitsgenot Airport-Small Airport
Katse Airport-Small Airport
Kolberg Airport-Small Airport
Kuebunyane Airstrip-Small Airport
Ladybrand Airfield-Small Airport
Leribe AirportLRBSmall Airport
Lesobeng AirportLESSmall Airport
Mafeteng AirportMFCSmall Airport
Mantsonyane Airport-Small Airport
Mejametalana Air Base-Small Airport
Monte Carlo Airport-Small Airport
Nkaus AirportNKUSmall Airport
Pelaneng AirportPELSmall Airport
Semonkong AirportSOKSmall Airport
Seshutes AirportSHZSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sefikeng

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sefikeng Lesotho Evangelical Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Maseru
Elevation
1,949 m (6,395 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 Sefikeng

What is the population of Sefikeng?

Sefikeng has a population of 5,119 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 958.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sefikeng?

Sefikeng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.0 inches.

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