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Papatowai
City in Otago, New Zealand
Overview
Papatowai is a charming village tucked in the Catlins region of Otago, famed for its lush rainforest, rugged coastline, and tranquil beaches. It's a favorite base for nature enthusiasts and travelers exploring Southern New Zealand's wild beauty.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
Otago
Population
6,593
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-46.56°, 169.47°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
93
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
95
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,063
Local Cost
$1,450
Local Income
$1,850
Cashless
75
English
100
Temperature
9.8°C
Summer Avg
13.2°C
Winter Avg
6.3°C
Record High
29.3°C
Record Low
-2.2°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
923 mm
Internet Speed
30 Mbps
Upload
14 Mbps
Latency
9 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
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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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 68/100.
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