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Thabana Morena, Lesotho

Lesotho

Thabana Morena is a small city in Lesotho with a population of 5,970. Elevation: 5,610 ft (1,710 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,970 Population 4/sq mi density
5,610 ft Elevation 1,710 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
27.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maseru Timezone

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About Thabana Morena

Helspoort ist ein Ort im Distrikt Mafeteng im Königreich Lesotho.

People

Population5,970
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation5,610 ft (1,710 m)
Population5,970
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation5,610 ft (1,710 m)
Coordinates-29.9601°, 27.4204°
TimezoneAfrica/Maseru
Country🇱🇸 Lesotho
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation27.1 inches (688 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Thabana Morena

Thabana Morena is a small city in Lesotho with a population of 5,970. The city sits at an elevation of 5,610 feet (1,710 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maseru.

Thabana Morena enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 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 27.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,610 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above Lesotho avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,610 ft (1,710 m)
Area1,511.0 sq mi (3,913.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-29.9601°N, 27.4204°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maseru

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.1"
29% below Lesotho avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.21"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M0.0 on Sep 15, 2017.

Aug 18, 2016 10 km W of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M4.5 113 km
Sep 15, 2017 58 km S of Bloemfontein, South Africa M4.4 122 km
Jan 27, 2002 43 km SE of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 58 km
Jan 27, 2002 25 km S of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 36 km
Sep 5, 2016 4 km SSW of Nako, Lesotho M4.3 46 km
Jul 31, 1993 5 km S of Nako, Lesotho M3.8 47 km
Feb 8, 1995 35 km NE of Mohale’s Hoek, Lesotho M3.7 34 km
Aug 21, 1990 27 km ESE of Qacha’s Nek, Lesotho M3.1 149 km
Apr 17, 1993 52 km W of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.9 72 km
Jun 10, 1993 11 km WNW of Mafeteng, Lesotho M2.7 34 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 4.2 in Warmest
February 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in Wettest
March 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
April 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
May 51°F (11°C) 0.8 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in
July 44°F (7°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in
October 62°F (16°C) 2.6 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in

Thabana Morena has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 44°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Thabana Morena

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hele-Hehle Primary School
Majoale Primary School
Monyake Primary School
Paul VI High School
Mofumahali of Rosari Primary School
Ts'oloane Primary School
Morero Primary School
Mofumahali of Rosari Primary School
Hele-Hehle Primary School
Majoale Primary School
Monyake Primary School
Paul VI High School
Ts'oloane Primary School
Mofoka Primary School
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Farmers Markets in Thabana Morena

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Stadiums & Teams in Thabana Morena

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Ski Resorts Near Thabana Morena

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Tiffindell 0.0 $0

Airports Near Thabana Morena

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moshoeshoe I International AirportMSULarge Airport
Aliwal North AirportSmall Airport
Braklaagte East AirportSmall Airport
Lady Grey Golf Course AirstripSmall Airport
Mafeteng AirportMFCSmall Airport
Mayaputi Game Reserve AirportSmall Airport
Mejametalana Air BaseSmall Airport
Mohale's Hoek AirportSmall Airport
Nohanas AirportSmall Airport
Quthing AirportUTGSmall Airport
Semonkong AirportSOKSmall Airport
Thaba Nchu Tar AirportTCUSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Maseru

🇱🇸 About Lesotho

Capital Maseru
Population 2,108,132
Area 30,355 km²
GDP (USD) $2,117,962,445
GDP per capita $916
HDI 0.550
Life expectancy 57.4 years
Internet users 48.0%
Urban population 42.7%
Currency LSL (Loti)
Languages English, Sotho
Calling code +266
TLD .ls
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Lesotho

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 11 Moshoeshoe Day Moshoeshoe Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
May 25 Africa Day/ Heroes' Day Africa Day/ Heroes' Day
Jul 17 King Letsie III's Birthday King Letsie III's Birthday
Oct 4 Independence Day Independence Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thabana Morena

What is the population of Thabana Morena?

Thabana Morena has a population of 5,970 residents and is located in Lesotho. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,511.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Thabana Morena?

Thabana Morena enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches.

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