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Shakawe, Botswana
North-West · Botswana
Shakawe is a small city in North-West, Botswana with a population of 10,589. Elevation: 3,281 ft (1,000 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Shakawe
Shakawe is a village located in the northwest corner of Botswana at the beginning of the Okavango Delta, close to Namibia and Angola. Shakawe is awakening from its former status as a sleepy little outpost on the Okavango. For travellers, Shakawe means a Botswana entry or exit stamp or a staging post for a visit to the Tsodilo Hills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, 40 km away. For Southern African holiday-makers, it is most often the start of a fishing trip in the Okavango Panhandle. It also provides access to the Caprivi Strip. The record high temperature ever registered in Shakawe was 39.6 °C (103.3 °F). The lowest temperature registered in Shakawe was −6.1 °C (21.0 °F).
People
Climate
| Population | 10,589 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,281 ft (1,000 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.3654°, 21.8422° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | North-West |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.4 inches (493 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shakawe
Shakawe is a small city in Botswana (North-West) with a population of 10,589. The city sits at an elevation of 3,281 feet (1,000 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Climate in Shakawe
Shakawe has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 497 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.3°F |
| 36% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,281 ft (1,000 m) |
| Area | 299.3 sq mi (775.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.3654°N, 21.8422°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in |
Shakawe has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 62°F in July to 80°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 19.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Shakawe
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shakawe Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Brigade | — | — | — | — |
| Shakawe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shakawe Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shakawe
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Shakawe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shakawe Cultural Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Shakawe
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Shakawe
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Shakawe
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shakawe
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shakawe
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Shakawe
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bagani Airport | BQI | Small Airport |
| Guma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mopiri Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mucusso Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ncamasere Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nxamaseri Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omega Airport | OMG | Small Airport |
| Seronga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shakawe Airport | SWX | Small Airport |
| Tsodilo Hills Airport | — | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Shakawe
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Tsodilo | Cultural | 2001 |
| Tsodilo |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Shakawe
Public Holidays in Botswana
11 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Shakawe
What is the population of Shakawe?
Shakawe has a population of 10,589 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 299.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shakawe?
Shakawe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.4 inches.