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City in Kaafu, Maldives
Overview
Malé, the busy capital of the Maldives, is a compact city brimming with lively markets, Islamic architecture, and breathtaking seaside views. Despite its small size, it offers a unique mix of historic charm and modern conveniences, serving as the gateway to the country's world-famous resorts.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Maldives
Administrative Atoll
Kaafu
Population
252,768
Time Zone
Indian/Maldives
Coordinates
4.18°, 73.51°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost
$2,010
Local Cost
$1,110
Local Income
$700
Cashless
60
English
75
Temperature
27.9°C
Summer Avg
28.0°C
Winter Avg
27.4°C
Record High
30.4°C
Record Low
24.4°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1721 mm
Internet Speed
37 Mbps
Upload
21 Mbps
Latency
13 ms
City Vibrancy
94
Coworking
0
Cafes
75
Nightlife
2
Parks
17
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
MLE
Distance
3 km
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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 967 tests. 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 88/100.
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