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Salima District
City in Central, Malawi
Overview
Salima District, located in Malawi's Central Region, is a lively gateway to Lake Malawi with a rich blend of local culture and busy commerce. Senga Bay is a popular attraction, offering scenic beaches and resort experiences, while Salima Town Centre anchors the district's economic activities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Malawi
Region
Central
Population
478,346
Time Zone
Africa/Blantyre
Coordinates
-13.72°, 34.40°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$495
Local Cost
$230
Local Income
$115
Cashless
20
English
55
Temperature
26.0°C
Summer Avg
26.8°C
Winter Avg
23.0°C
Record High
38.4°C
Record Low
13.6°C
Humidity
60%
Precipitation
1017 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
LMB
Distance
20 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 40/100.
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