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Kavieng
City in New Ireland, Papua New Guinea
Overview
Kavieng, the capital of New Ireland Province, is a charming coastal town known for its turquoise waters, welcoming locals, and world-class diving. The city blends Melanesian culture with casual island life, making it a gateway to pristine reefs and remote adventures.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Papua New Guinea
Province
New Ireland
Population
19,849
Time Zone
Pacific/Bougainville
Coordinates
-3.00°, 151.42°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$1,100
Local Cost
$610
Local Income
$150
Cashless
20
English
65
Temperature
28.1°C
Summer Avg
28.2°C
Winter Avg
28.0°C
Record High
31.4°C
Record Low
25.3°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
2624 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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.
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 60/100.
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