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Matamey

City in Zinder, Niger

Overview

Matamey is a medium-sized town in the Zinder region of Niger, known for its friendly atmosphere and diverse markets. Traditional mud-brick architecture, local cuisines, and colorful street life shape the experience, making it a gateway to Saharan culture.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Niger
Region
Zinder
Population
Time Zone
Africa/Niamey
Coordinates
13.42°, 8.47°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
40
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
25
Monthly Cost
$432
Local Cost
$190
Local Income
$50
Cashless
5
English
10
Temperature
27.4°C
Summer Avg
29.3°C
Winter Avg
22.3°C
Record High
44.3°C
Record Low
6.7°C
Humidity
35%
Precipitation
480 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

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.
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 50/100.

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