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Tutume, Botswana
Central · Botswana
Tutume is a small city in Central, Botswana with a population of 18,582. Elevation: 3,576 ft (1,090 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tutume
Tutume is a large Bakalanga village located in the Tutume District of Botswana, about 50 km from the Zimbabwe border gate at Maitengwe. The nearest city is Francistown, about 100 km away. The village is a district headquarters and has a population of 23,000.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,582 |
| Population Density | 17,697 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,576 ft (1,090 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.4943°, 27.0348° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | Central |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.4 inches (467 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tutume
Tutume is a small city in Botswana (Central) with a population of 18,582. The city sits at an elevation of 3,576 feet (1,090 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Climate in Tutume
Tutume has an average annual temperature of 23.1°C (74°F). The hottest month is Nov (27.7°C), the coldest is Jul (16.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 554 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,576 ft (1,090 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 17,697/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.4943°N, 27.0348°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 3.9 in |
Tutume has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 59°F in June to 76°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 18.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Tutume
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tutume Brigades Center | College | - | , |
Schools in Tutume
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selolwane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tutume McConnel College | - | - | - | - |
| Tutume Mc Connell College Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tutume
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Tutume
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botswana National Library Services | 0.0 |
Hotels in Tutume
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tutume
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tutume
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tutume
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tutume
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Tutume
6 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tutume
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport | FRW | Large Airport |
| Tsholothso Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tutume
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Tutume Post Office |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Botswana
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tutume
What is the population of Tutume?
Tutume has a population of 18,582 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 17,697 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tutume?
Tutume enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.