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Sumkar
City in Madang, Papua New Guinea
Overview
Sumkar, located in the Madang Province of Papua New Guinea, is a coastal district known for its natural beauty and access to Karkar Island. The city offers a blend of rural charm, lively local markets, and scenic waterfront areas, making it ideal for travelers seeking authentic experiences and adventure.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Papua New Guinea
Province
Madang
Population
67,052
Time Zone
Pacific/Bougainville
Coordinates
-4.80°, 145.55°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
35
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$747
Local Cost
$418
Local Income
$240
Cashless
20
English
70
Temperature
25.4°C
Summer Avg
25.5°C
Winter Avg
25.1°C
Record High
34.5°C
Record Low
20.8°C
Humidity
88%
Precipitation
1830 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
WNU
Distance
27 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 65/100.
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