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Seshote, Lesotho
Leribe · Lesotho
Seshote is a small town in Leribe, Lesotho with a population of 1,858. Elevation: 7,067 ft (2,154 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Seshote
Seshote is a community council located in the Leribe District of Lesotho. Its population in 2006 was 9,359.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,858 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,067 ft (2,154 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.2710°, 28.5495° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
| Country | 🇱🇸 Lesotho |
| State / Province | Leribe |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.2 inches (766 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Seshote
Seshote is a small town in Lesotho (Leribe) with a population of 1,858. The city sits at an elevation of 7,067 feet (2,154 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below Lesotho avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,067 ft (2,154 m) |
| Area | 2,578.0 sq mi (6,677.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.2710°N, 28.5495°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maseru |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 39°F (4°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.5 in | |
| August | 44°F (6°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in |
Seshote has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in June to 60°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Seshote
35 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nomorong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mallane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laghetto Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Nts'ooa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ratau Community School | - | - | - | - |
| Khopung Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sephokong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mononong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bereng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kobong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mpaeko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Makopela Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lefere-fere Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laghetto High School | - | - | - | - |
| Khopung (Maieane) Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nts'eli Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kobong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mallane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nts'ooa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sephokong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ranthoto Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Liseleng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ratau Community School | - | - | - | - |
| Nomorong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mpaeko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Makopela Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lefere-fere Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mongobong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laghetto High School | - | - | - | - |
| Laghetto Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Mononong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Khopung (Maieane) Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Khopung Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nts'eli Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bereng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Seshote
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LHDA Information Center |
Clinics in Seshote
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Seshote
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Seshote
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AfriSki | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Seshote
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport | FCB | Medium Airport |
| Amphitheatre Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bobete Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Drakensberg Gardens Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Katse Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kolberg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuebunyane Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lebakeng Airport | LEF | Small Airport |
| Leribe Airport | LRB | Small Airport |
| Lesobeng Airport | LES | Small Airport |
| Letseng Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malefiloane Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mantsonyane Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mashai Store Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matabeng Store Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matabeng Village Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matsaile Airport | MSG | Small Airport |
| Mohlanapeng Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mokhotlong Airport | MKH | Small Airport |
| Pelaneng Airport | PEL | Small Airport |
| Sehlabathebe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sehonghong Airport | SHK | Small Airport |
| Semonkong Airport | SOK | Small Airport |
| Seshutes Airport | SHZ | Small Airport |
| St. Theresa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Thaba-Tseka Airport | THB | Small Airport |
| Tlokoeng Airport | TKO | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Seshote
What is the population of Seshote?
Seshote has a population of 1,858 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,578.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Seshote?
Seshote has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches.