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Shakgwe, Botswana

Central · Botswana

Shakgwe is a small town in Central, Botswana with a population of 893. Elevation: 3,173 ft (967 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

893 Population 178/sq mi density
3,173 ft Elevation 967 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
17.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Gaborone Timezone

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About Shakgwe

Shakwe est une ville du Botswana.

People

Population893
Density178/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation3,173 ft (967 m)
Population893
Population Density178 / sq mi
Elevation3,173 ft (967 m)
Coordinates-23.1072°, 27.1521°
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
Country🇧🇼 Botswana
State / ProvinceCentral
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation17.2 inches (436 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Shakgwe

Shakgwe is a small town in Botswana (Central) with a population of 893. The city sits at an elevation of 3,173 feet (967 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.

Shakgwe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 305 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 17.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,173 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above Botswana avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,173 ft (967 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates-23.1072°N, 27.1521°W
TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.2"
55% below Botswana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.35"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Apr 19, 2002.

Apr 19, 2002 62 km SW of Kalamare, Botswana M4.5 108 km
Feb 10, 1993 22 km W of Mookane, Botswana M4.3 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Wettest
February 77°F (25°C) 3.1 in
March 74°F (24°C) 2.2 in
April 69°F (21°C) 1.0 in
May 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 62°F (16°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in
November 77°F (25°C) 2.4 in
December 78°F (25°C) 3.1 in

Shakgwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 57°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and August the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Shakgwe

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Babala Lodge Airport-Small Airport
Ellisras Matimba AirportELLSmall Airport
Machaneng Airport-Small Airport
Palala Airfield-Small Airport
Palapye Airport-Small Airport
Sunny Side Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Gaborone
Elevation
967 m (3,173 ft)

🇧🇼 About Botswana

Capital Gaborone
Population 2,254,126
Area 600,370 km²
GDP (USD) $19,411,266,967
GDP per capita $7,826
HDI 0.708
Life expectancy 69.2 years
Internet users 81.4%
Urban population 67.0%
Currency BWP (Pula)
Languages English, Tswana
Calling code +267
TLD .bw
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Botswana

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
Jul 1 Sir Seretse Khama Day Sir Seretse Khama Day
Jul 20 Presidents' Day Presidents' Day
Sep 30 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 1 Botswana Day holiday Botswana Day holiday
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shakgwe

What is the population of Shakgwe?

Shakgwe has a population of 893 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 178 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shakgwe?

Shakgwe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.2 inches.

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