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Monkey Bay
City in Southern, Malawi
Overview
Monkey Bay is a laid-back lakeside town in the Southern Region of Malawi, best known as a gateway to Lake Malawi National Park and the pristine beaches of Cape Maclear. It's a hub for travelers seeking adventure, relaxation, and an authentic Malawian lakeside experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Malawi
Region
Southern
Population
14,591
Time Zone
Africa/Blantyre
Coordinates
-14.08°, 34.92°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
25
Monthly Cost
$565
Local Cost
$248
Local Income
$90
Cashless
10
English
45
Temperature
24.5°C
Summer Avg
25.8°C
Winter Avg
21.2°C
Record High
37.4°C
Record Low
12.7°C
Humidity
65%
Precipitation
1025 mm
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
3
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
MYZ
Distance
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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.
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 60/100.
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