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Rakops
City in Central, Botswana
Overview
Rakops is a small gateway town in Botswana's Central District, best known as a transit point for travelers heading to Makgadikgadi Pans National Park and the Boteti River region. Its local markets, scenic riverside landscapes, and welcoming atmosphere make it a practical stop for adventurous visitors.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Botswana
District
Central
Population
—
Time Zone
Africa/Gaborone
Coordinates
-21.02°, 24.36°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$615
Local Cost
$370
Local Income
$150
Cashless
25
English
50
Temperature
23.8°C
Summer Avg
27.9°C
Winter Avg
17.4°C
Record High
43.0°C
Record Low
1.5°C
Humidity
40%
Precipitation
425 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 35/100.
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