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Thamaga, Botswana
Kweneng · Botswana
Thamaga is a small city in Kweneng, Botswana with a population of 25,300. Elevation: 3,520 ft (1,073 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Thamaga
Thamaga is a large village located in the Kweneng District of Botswana and about 40 km west of the capital city Gaborone. It is home to 19,547 inhabitants at the 2011 census. It is becoming year by year like a suburb part of the Gaborone agglomeration.
People
Climate
| Population | 25,300 |
| Population Density | 910 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,520 ft (1,073 m) |
| Coordinates | -24.6701°, 25.5398° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | Kweneng |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.8 inches (426 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Thamaga
Thamaga is a small city in Botswana (Kweneng) with a population of 25,300. The city sits at an elevation of 3,520 feet (1,073 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Climate in Thamaga
Thamaga has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Nov (26.3°C), the coldest is Jul (13.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 512 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.4°F |
| 27% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,520 ft (1,073 m) |
| Area | 27.8 sq mi (72.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 910/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -24.6701°N, 25.5398°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 2.5 in |
Thamaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 56°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Thamaga
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monare Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sekgele Community Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rungwana Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Letlole Mosielele School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Thamaga
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Thamaga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gakuto Primary School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Moshupa Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thamaga Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thamaga Public Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Thamaga
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Thamaga
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Thamaga
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Thamaga
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Thamaga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Thamaga
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sir Seretse Khama International Airport | GBE | Large Airport |
| Kanye Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lobatse Southeast Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Madikwe West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matsieng Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Thebephatshwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Thamaga
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Thamaga Post Office |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Botswana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Thamaga?
Thamaga has a population of 25,300 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 910 people per square mile, spread across 27.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Thamaga?
Thamaga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.8 inches.