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Savalou
City in Collines, Benin
Overview
Savalou is a lively town in Benin's Collines region, famed for its traditional Vodun culture, busy markets, and scenic hills. It offers an authentic local experience away from busy tourist areas, ideal for cultural enthusiasts.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Benin
Department
Collines
Population
38,162
Time Zone
Africa/Porto-Novo
Coordinates
7.93°, 1.98°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$290
Local Cost
$182
Local Income
$90
Cashless
15
English
20
Temperature
26.0°C
Summer Avg
25.1°C
Winter Avg
25.9°C
Record High
41.2°C
Record Low
11.7°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1409 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 2026-03-22.
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 2025-12-06.
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 60/100.
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