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Malindi
City in Kilifi, Kenya
Overview
Malindi, located on Kenya's Indian Ocean coast, is a lively town blending Swahili, Arab, and Italian influences. Known for its striking beaches, coral reefs, and lively mix of cultures, Malindi attracts sun-seekers, history enthusiasts, and adventure travelers alike.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Kenya
County
Kilifi
Population
119,859
Time Zone
Africa/Nairobi
Coordinates
-3.22°, 40.12°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$806
Local Cost
$367
Local Income
$180
Cashless
40
English
70
Temperature
26.9°C
Summer Avg
27.9°C
Winter Avg
25.3°C
Record High
38.1°C
Record Low
18.4°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
848 mm
Internet Speed
14 Mbps
Upload
14 Mbps
Latency
22 ms
City Vibrancy
11
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
0
Parks
8
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
MYD
Distance
2 km
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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 53 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 2025-12-05.
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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