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Owerri
City in Imo, Nigeria
Overview
Owerri is the capital city of Imo State in southeastern Nigeria, known for its lively hospitality scene, rich Igbo culture, and lively nightlife. Featuring a blend of tradition and modernity, the city offers guests everything from busy markets to luxury hotels.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nigeria
State
Imo
Population
908,109
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
5.48°, 7.03°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$565
Local Cost
$350
Local Income
$200
Cashless
40
English
60
Temperature
25.8°C
Summer Avg
25.2°C
Winter Avg
25.6°C
Record High
34.8°C
Record Low
12.6°C
Humidity
86%
Precipitation
1841 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
QOW
Distance
20 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 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 58/100.
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