Gokarna
City in Karnataka, India
Overview
Gokarna is a laid-back coastal town on the Arabian Sea, blending sacred temple culture with backpacker beach vibes. Famous for its pristine beaches and spiritual atmosphere, it attracts pilgrims, surfers, and bohemian travelers alike.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
India
State
Karnataka
Population
25,851
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
14.55°, 74.32°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$402
Local Cost
$212
Local Income
$180
Cashless
40
English
40
Temperature
26.4°C
Summer Avg
26.3°C
Winter Avg
25.2°C
Record High
35.9°C
Record Low
15.8°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
2873 mm
Internet Speed
61 Mbps
Upload
72 Mbps
Latency
29 ms
City Vibrancy
10
Coworking
0
Cafes
9
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
7.0
Airport
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Distance
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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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 7 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 2025-12-06.
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 75/100.