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Rumphi
City in Northern, Malawi
Overview
Rumphi is a small town in Northern Malawi, serving as a gateway to Nyika National Park and the scenic Viphya Mountains. It blends lively marketplaces with picturesque rural landscapes, offering a glimpse into everyday Malawian life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Malawi
Region
Northern
Population
25,216
Time Zone
Africa/Blantyre
Coordinates
-11.02°, 33.86°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$448
Local Cost
$222
Local Income
$80
Cashless
20
English
65
Temperature
19.5°C
Summer Avg
21.0°C
Winter Avg
16.0°C
Record High
34.7°C
Record Low
6.2°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
1273 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. 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 48/100.
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