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Shoshong, Botswana
Central · Botswana
Shoshong is a small city in Central, Botswana with a population of 8,887. Elevation: 3,530 ft (1,076 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
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About Shoshong
Shoshong is a town in Botswana, formerly the chief settlement of the eastern Bamangwato.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,887 |
| Population Density | 257 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,530 ft (1,076 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.0389°, 26.5100° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | Central |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.6 inches (422 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shoshong
Shoshong is a small city in Botswana (Central) with a population of 8,887. The city sits at an elevation of 3,530 feet (1,076 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.0°F |
| 28% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,530 ft (1,076 m) |
| Area | 34.6 sq mi (89.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 257/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -23.0389°N, 26.5100°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 2.9 in |
Shoshong has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 57°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.3") and July the driest (0.0").
Libraries in Shoshong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoshong Library | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Shoshong
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Shoshong
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Shoshong
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palapye Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shoshong
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Old ApostolIc Church, Shoshong Village |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Botswana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Shoshong?
Shoshong has a population of 8,887 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 257 people per square mile, spread across 34.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shoshong?
Shoshong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.6 inches.