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Morehead
City in Western, Papua New Guinea
Overview
Morehead is a remote border town in Western Province, Papua New Guinea, known for its expansive wetlands, diverse cultures, and proximity to both Indonesia and prime wildlife areas. It offers a unique chance to experience traditional village life and tropical biodiversity in a low-key setting.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Papua New Guinea
Province
Western
Population
2,246
Time Zone
Pacific/Bougainville
Coordinates
-8.71°, 141.64°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
30
Female Safety
25
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
25
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$365
Local Cost
$212
Local Income
$90
Cashless
5
English
35
Temperature
26.5°C
Summer Avg
27.6°C
Winter Avg
24.8°C
Record High
41.5°C
Record Low
15.8°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1627 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
MHY
Distance
1 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 2025-12-08.
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 47/100.
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