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Quelimane
City in Zambezia, Mozambique
Overview
Quelimane is a lively coastal city in central Mozambique, known for its colonial heritage and mangrove-lined river. As the capital of Zambezia province, the city blends traditional markets with modern life, offering a rich cultural experience for visitors. It's a hub for commerce, local cuisine, and outdoor activities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mozambique
Province
Zambezia
Population
349,842
Time Zone
Africa/Maputo
Coordinates
-17.88°, 36.89°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$765
Local Cost
$370
Local Income
$150
Cashless
20
English
20
Temperature
25.9°C
Summer Avg
27.7°C
Winter Avg
23.1°C
Record High
43.5°C
Record Low
14.3°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
1117 mm
Internet Speed
31 Mbps
Upload
6 Mbps
Latency
241 ms
City Vibrancy
27
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
5
Parks
21
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
UEL
Distance
3 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 36 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 48/100.
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