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Messina
City in Sicily, Italy
Overview
Messina is a lively port city on Sicily's northeastern tip, known for its maritime history, striking cathedral, and busy urban life. Visitors enjoy its mix of historical sites, seaside charm, and lively local culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Italy
Autonomous Region
Sicily
Population
218,786
Time Zone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
38.05°, 14.87°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
68
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
62
Food Safety
78
Monthly Cost
$1,992
Local Cost
$1,080
Local Income
$1,200
Cashless
45
English
45
Temperature
16.5°C
Summer Avg
24.4°C
Winter Avg
9.4°C
Record High
39.9°C
Record Low
-0.2°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
626 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. 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 88/100.
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