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Chipoka
City in Central, Malawi
Overview
Chipoka is a small lakeside town in Central Malawi, known as the gateway to Lake Malawi's southern resorts and an important railway hub. Its local markets, scenic waterfront, and relaxed atmosphere make it an authentic stop for travelers exploring the region.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Malawi
Region
Central
Population
7,212
Time Zone
Africa/Blantyre
Coordinates
-13.99°, 34.52°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
38
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
47
Monthly Cost
$324
Local Cost
$165
Local Income
$55
Cashless
17
English
42
Temperature
22.2°C
Summer Avg
23.5°C
Winter Avg
18.7°C
Record High
37.9°C
Record Low
7.8°C
Humidity
68%
Precipitation
1067 mm
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
3
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
LMB
Distance
27 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 2025-12-07.
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 47/100.
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