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South Bougainville
City in Bougainville, Papua New Guinea
Overview
South Bougainville lies on the southern end of the island, offering a blend of rugged landscapes, friendly communities, and unique Melanesian culture. With remote beaches, tropical rainforests, and lively local markets, it's ideal for travelers seeking an off-the-beaten-path Papua New Guinea experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Papua New Guinea
Autonomous Region
Bougainville
Population
60,584
Time Zone
Pacific/Bougainville
Coordinates
-6.75°, 155.70°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
35
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$955
Local Cost
$480
Local Income
$250
Cashless
10
English
65
Temperature
26.4°C
Summer Avg
26.8°C
Winter Avg
26.0°C
Record High
31.0°C
Record Low
21.7°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
3483 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
UBI
Distance
2 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 35/100.
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