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Shimoni
City in Kwale, Kenya
Overview
Shimoni is a charming coastal village in Kwale County, Kenya, known for its rich Swahili culture, pristine waters, and historical sites. It is a serene destination for travelers looking to experience authentic coastal life and marine adventures.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Kenya
County
Kwale
Population
2,374
Time Zone
Africa/Nairobi
Coordinates
-4.65°, 39.38°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$375
Local Cost
$222
Local Income
$70
Cashless
30
English
30
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
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
UKA
Distance
45 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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
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 65/100.
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