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San Rafael del Norte
City in Jinotega, Nicaragua
Overview
San Rafael del Norte is a picturesque highland town in Jinotega, Nicaragua, known for its cool climate and lush, mountainous landscapes. The town offers a mix of cultural heritage, outdoor activities, and genuine local hospitality, making it an appealing spot for travelers looking for an authentic Nicaraguan experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nicaragua
Department
Jinotega
Population
17,789
Time Zone
America/Managua
Coordinates
13.21°, -86.11°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$548
Local Cost
$310
Local Income
$180
Cashless
10
English
15
Temperature
23.9°C
Summer Avg
23.9°C
Winter Avg
22.9°C
Record High
37.5°C
Record Low
12.0°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
1258 mm
Internet Speed
35 Mbps
Upload
16 Mbps
Latency
9 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
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Neighborhoods
Mapped22 neighborhoods sourced from Overture Maps and OpenStreetMap.
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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 7 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. 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.
Overture Maps and OpenStreetMap - 22 source-backed neighborhood entities are available for this city. Updated 2026-03-26.
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 35/100.
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