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Sawa Sawa
City in Kwale, Kenya
Overview
Sawa Sawa is a small, lively town set in Kenya's Kwale County, blending coastal culture with rural charm. Its market squares, nearby beaches, and welcoming atmosphere make it a unique stop just off the typical tourist track. Visitors will find a close-knit community and easy access to both natural and cultural attractions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Kenya
County
Kwale
Population
12,975
Time Zone
Africa/Nairobi
Coordinates
-4.47°, 39.48°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$401
Local Cost
$210
Local Income
$100
Cashless
30
English
40
Temperature
26.7°C
Summer Avg
28.0°C
Winter Avg
25.1°C
Record High
36.1°C
Record Low
20.0°C
Humidity
75%
Precipitation
909 mm
Internet Speed
11 Mbps
Upload
6 Mbps
Latency
275 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
Airport
UKA
Distance
22 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 3 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 2025-12-06.
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 60/100.
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