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Nkhotakota District
City in Central, Malawi
Overview
Nkhotakota District, set along the shores of Lake Malawi, combines lively local culture with breathtaking landscapes. With a mix of busy markets, historical missions, and tranquil lakefronts, the area offers both adventure and relaxation for visitors.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Malawi
Region
Central
Population
393,077
Time Zone
Africa/Blantyre
Coordinates
-12.80°, 34.08°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$440
Local Cost
$182
Local Income
$75
Cashless
20
English
60
Temperature
26.5°C
Summer Avg
27.3°C
Winter Avg
23.7°C
Record High
36.5°C
Record Low
15.6°C
Humidity
60%
Precipitation
979 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
DWA
Distance
32 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 2025-12-06.
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 60/100.
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