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Umm Qaşr
City in Basra, Iraq
Overview
Umm Qaşr is Iraq's southernmost port city, situated on the Persian Gulf near the border with Kuwait. Known for its busy port, the city offers a glimpse into Iraq's maritime trade, with a blend of quiet residential zones and commercial activity. While it isn't a typical tourist destination, its local culture and proximity to Basra add to its understated charm.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Iraq
Governorate
Basra
Population
107,620
Time Zone
Asia/Baghdad
Coordinates
30.04°, 47.92°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
30
Female Safety
25
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$742
Local Cost
$328
Local Income
$400
Cashless
15
English
20
Temperature
26.5°C
Summer Avg
37.9°C
Winter Avg
14.0°C
Record High
51.3°C
Record Low
-2.1°C
Humidity
37%
Precipitation
84 mm
Internet Speed
16 Mbps
Upload
16 Mbps
Latency
16 ms
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ABD
Distance
47 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.
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 18 tests. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 55/100.
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