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Nizwá
City in Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman
Overview
Nizwá, the cultural heart of Oman, is famed for its 17th-century fort, busy souq, and impressive mountain surrounds. The city offers a mix of rich history, traditional architecture, and a welcoming atmosphere for travelers. Its close proximity to natural and historical sites makes it a top base for exploring Ad Dakhiliyah.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Oman
Governorate
Ad Dakhiliyah
Population
83,544
Time Zone
Asia/Muscat
Coordinates
22.93°, 57.53°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
80
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$970
Local Cost
$520
Local Income
$700
Cashless
55
English
50
Temperature
27.4°C
Summer Avg
34.7°C
Winter Avg
18.9°C
Record High
47.5°C
Record Low
3.4°C
Humidity
33%
Precipitation
143 mm
Internet Speed
53 Mbps
Upload
30 Mbps
Latency
35 ms
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
13
Walk Score
13
Footways
25.0
Airport
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Distance
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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 120 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 2025-12-06.
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 68/100.
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