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Phalombe
City in Southern, Malawi
Overview
Phalombe is a small town set beneath the impressive Mulanje Massif in Southern Malawi. Known for its friendly, close-knit community and scenic landscapes, it is a gateway for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking authentic Malawian rural life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Malawi
Region
Southern
Population
7,040
Time Zone
Africa/Blantyre
Coordinates
-15.81°, 35.65°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
38
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
44
Food Safety
32
Monthly Cost
$328
Local Cost
$150
Local Income
$90
Cashless
15
English
55
Temperature
21.0°C
Summer Avg
22.7°C
Winter Avg
17.4°C
Record High
39.7°C
Record Low
7.2°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
1356 mm
Internet Speed
45 Mbps
Upload
34 Mbps
Latency
18 ms
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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 2 tests. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
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 52/100.
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