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Kabwum
City in Morobe, Papua New Guinea
Overview
Kabwum is a remote town in Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea, renowned for its lively local culture and picturesque mountain scenery. The city offers an authentic experience with welcoming communities and traditional villages set among lush forests. Though amenities are basic, Kabwum's charm lies in its simplicity and stunning natural surroundings.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Papua New Guinea
Province
Morobe
Population
41,883
Time Zone
Pacific/Bougainville
Coordinates
-6.08°, 147.00°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
35
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
25
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$635
Local Cost
$340
Local Income
$120
Cashless
10
English
40
Temperature
22.6°C
Summer Avg
22.7°C
Winter Avg
22.4°C
Record High
30.8°C
Record Low
17.1°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
1414 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
KYX
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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