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Grootfontein
City in Otjozondjupa, Namibia
Overview
Grootfontein is a small city in northern Namibia, famed for its mining history and close proximity to unique natural attractions. The city is a gateway to the Otavi Triangle and offers a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Namibia
Region
Otjozondjupa
Population
26,839
Time Zone
Africa/Windhoek
Coordinates
-19.57°, 18.12°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$990
Local Cost
$448
Local Income
$250
Cashless
30
English
60
Temperature
21.7°C
Summer Avg
24.8°C
Winter Avg
16.1°C
Record High
40.3°C
Record Low
-1.5°C
Humidity
41%
Precipitation
533 mm
City Vibrancy
8
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
3
Parks
2
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
GFY
Distance
4 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.
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 62/100.
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