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Bilma
City in Agadez, Niger
Overview
Bilma is an oasis town deep in Niger's Tenere desert, famous for its ancient salt pans and lush date palms. It is a remote outpost on Saharan caravan routes and offers a unique glimpse into desert life and traditional industries.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Niger
Region
Agadez
Population
17,935
Time Zone
Africa/Niamey
Coordinates
18.69°, 12.92°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
35
Female Safety
20
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$380
Local Cost
$255
Local Income
$40
Cashless
5
English
10
Temperature
26.7°C
Summer Avg
33.6°C
Winter Avg
17.4°C
Record High
44.9°C
Record Low
2.2°C
Humidity
20%
Precipitation
22 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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 2025-12-06.
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 35/100.
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