All Countries
Sowa, Botswana
Sowa Town · Botswana
Sowa is a small town in Sowa Town, Botswana with a population of 2,914. Elevation: 3,051 ft (930 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Sowa, Botswana
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Sowa
Sowa is a town which lies in the Central District of Botswana, but constitutes a separate administrative district. The Sowa Township was established in 1991 by an act of Parliament, Statutory Instrument No. 26 of 1991 and governed by Sowa Township Regulations, 1991 under the Township Act. The population was 2,879 inhabitants, according to 2001 Census, and 3,598, according to the 2011 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,914 |
| Population Density | 2,775 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,051 ft (930 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.5640°, 26.2240° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | Sowa Town |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.0 inches (380 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sowa
Sowa is a small town in Botswana (Sowa Town) with a population of 2,914. The city sits at an elevation of 3,051 feet (930 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.7°F |
| 38% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,051 ft (930 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,775/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.5640°N, 26.2240°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 2.8 in |
Sowa has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 64°F in July to 82°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sowa
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sowa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Gas Stations in Sowa
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sowa
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sua Pan Airport | SXN | Medium Airport |
| Nata Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇧🇼 About Botswana
Public Holidays in Botswana
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sowa
What is the population of Sowa?
Sowa has a population of 2,914 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 2,775 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sowa?
Sowa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches.