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Selebi-Phikwe, Botswana
Selibe Phikwe · Botswana
Selebi-Phikwe is a mid-size city in Selibe Phikwe, Botswana with a population of 42,488. Elevation: 2,854 ft (870 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Selebi-Phikwe
Selebi-Phikwe is a mining town located in the Central District of Botswana. It had a population of 42,488 in 2022. The town is an administrative district, separate from the surrounding Central District.
People
Climate
| Population | 42,488 |
| Population Density | 1,776 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,854 ft (870 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.9790°, 27.8430° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | Selibe Phikwe |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.7 inches (373 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Selebi-Phikwe
Selebi-Phikwe is a mid-size city in Botswana (Selibe Phikwe) with a population of 42,488. The city sits at an elevation of 2,854 feet (870 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Climate in Selebi-Phikwe
Selebi-Phikwe has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Dec (27°C), the coldest is Jul (16.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 510 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,854 ft (870 m) |
| Area | 23.9 sq mi (62.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,776/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.9790°N, 27.8430°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in |
Selebi-Phikwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 61°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 14.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Selebi-Phikwe
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lebogang Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Selebi-Phikwe Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Selebi-Phikwe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selibe-Phikwe Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Selebi-Phikwe
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Selebi-Phikwe
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Selebi-Phikwe
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Selebi-Phikwe
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Selebi-Phikwe
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Selebi-Phikwe
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Selebi-Phikwe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Selebi-Phikwe
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Selebi Phikwe Airport | PKW | Medium Airport |
| Arizona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grundy's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Limpopo-Lipadi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palapye Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sun Yet Sen Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Botswana
11 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Selebi-Phikwe
What is the population of Selebi-Phikwe?
Selebi-Phikwe has a population of 42,488 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 1,776 people per square mile, spread across 23.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Selebi-Phikwe?
Selebi-Phikwe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches.