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As Samawah
City in Al Muthanna, Iraq
Overview
As Samawah, set on the banks of the Euphrates in southern Iraq, is a city blending ancient history, lively bazaars, and authentic Iraqi hospitality. Known for its peaceful streets compared to larger cities, Samawah offers a glimpse into traditional life and cultural landscapes.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Iraq
Governorate
Al Muthanna
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Baghdad
Coordinates
31.33°, 45.29°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
30
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$565
Local Cost
$310
Local Income
$300
Cashless
20
English
15
Temperature
25.1°C
Summer Avg
37.4°C
Winter Avg
11.7°C
Record High
52.2°C
Record Low
-4.6°C
Humidity
31%
Precipitation
106 mm
Internet Speed
28 Mbps
Upload
18 Mbps
Latency
102 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
3
Walk Score
3
Footways
6.0
Airport
—
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 29 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
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 55/100.
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