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Malabo
City in Bioko Norte, Equatorial Guinea
Overview
Malabo, the capital of Equatorial Guinea, is situated on Bioko Island and features a fascinating mix of colonial architecture, tropical landscapes, and lively local culture. It's a city on the rise, welcoming travelers seeking off-the-beaten-path experiences and a window into West African urban life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Equatorial Guinea
Province
Bioko Norte
Population
297,000
Time Zone
Africa/Malabo
Coordinates
3.76°, 8.78°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$1,800
Local Cost
$915
Local Income
$400
Cashless
15
English
25
Temperature
27.1°C
Summer Avg
26.2°C
Winter Avg
27.6°C
Record High
31.5°C
Record Low
23.9°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
2736 mm
Internet Speed
9 Mbps
Upload
12 Mbps
Latency
65 ms
City Vibrancy
19
Coworking
0
Cafes
4
Nightlife
11
Parks
4
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SSG
Distance
8 km
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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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 13 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 65/100.
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