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Likoma District
City in Northern, Malawi
Overview
Likoma District, centered on Likoma Island in Lake Malawi, offers an unspoiled mix of scenic beaches, lively local culture, and historic sites. Its small population ensures a laid-back atmosphere perfect for relaxation, water sports, and exploring traditional Malawian village life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Malawi
Region
Northern
Population
14,527
Time Zone
Africa/Blantyre
Coordinates
-12.06°, 34.74°
Key Metrics
Safety Score · estimate
60
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost · estimate
$520
Local Cost
$250
Local Income
$70
Cashless
20
English
55
Temperature
24.5°C
Summer Avg
25.6°C
Winter Avg
21.6°C
Record High
37.6°C
Record Low
12.0°C
Humidity
65%
Precipitation
1153 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
LIX
Distance
2 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Record updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Record updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Record updated 2025-12-06.
Estimates and unverified origins
Oyster List climate data - Climate origins are unverified. Available methods include historical APIs and AI estimates; stored rows do not identify the original dataset, reference period, or model for each value. Treat these summaries as estimates until independently verified. Record updated 2026-03-22.
Oyster List city price estimates - Price origins are unverified. Available generation methods include AI estimates; stored records do not identify a survey, observation period, or model for each price. Record updated 2026-01-14.
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores include model-assisted estimates. Stored records do not identify supporting observations for each score. Model-reported confidence: 50/100; this is not a measured accuracy score. Model: derived+gpt-4.1. Record updated 2026-03-26.
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