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Chala
City in Taita–Taveta, Kenya
Overview
Chala is a serene rural town set on the border of Kenya and Tanzania, renowned for its proximity to Lake Chala's crystal-clear crater waters. It offers unspoiled landscapes, authentic rural life, and opportunities for nature exploration. The pace is relaxed, making it an ideal escape from urban bustle.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Kenya
County
Taita–Taveta
Population
—
Time Zone
Africa/Nairobi
Coordinates
-3.38°, 37.68°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
48
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$455
Local Cost
$197
Local Income
$90
Cashless
35
English
55
Temperature
23.8°C
Summer Avg
25.7°C
Winter Avg
21.4°C
Record High
40.2°C
Record Low
10.2°C
Humidity
65%
Precipitation
699 mm
Internet Speed
28 Mbps
Upload
17 Mbps
Latency
276 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
3
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
QSI
Distance
40 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 5 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
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 45/100.
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