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Somita
City in West Coast, Gambia
Overview
Somita is a small rural village on Gambia's West Coast, offering a tranquil atmosphere, close-knit community, and natural landscapes. Visitors are drawn to its authentic Gambian culture, kindness of locals, and proximity to the scenic Gambia River.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Gambia
Division
West Coast
Population
2,541
Time Zone
Africa/Banjul
Coordinates
13.21°, -16.31°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$377
Local Cost
$190
Local Income
$80
Cashless
10
English
60
Temperature
26.6°C
Summer Avg
27.4°C
Winter Avg
24.0°C
Record High
44.1°C
Record Low
9.7°C
Humidity
64%
Precipitation
1098 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
BJL
Distance
40 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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. 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 35/100.
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