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Lifou
City in Loyalty Islands Province, New Caledonia
Overview
Lifou is the largest island of New Caledonia's Loyalty Islands Province, celebrated for pristine beaches, crystal-clear lagoons, and rich Kanak culture. It offers an authentic island experience with breathtaking landscapes, traditional homestays, and premier snorkeling and diving spots.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Caledonia
Province
Loyalty Islands Province
Population
—
Time Zone
Pacific/Noumea
Coordinates
-20.97°, 167.23°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost
$1,855
Local Cost
$1,160
Local Income
$900
Cashless
35
English
35
Temperature
24.6°C
Summer Avg
26.5°C
Winter Avg
22.6°C
Record High
30.6°C
Record Low
18.9°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
1190 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
LIF
Distance
21 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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
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 44/100.
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