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Luuk
City in Sulu, Philippines
Overview
Luuk is a coastal, predominantly Muslim town in Sulu, Philippines, set amidst picturesque landscapes and simple island life. The community thrives on fishing, farming, and local commerce, offering visitors an authentic glimpse of small-town Mindanao. Visitors can expect a laid-back pace, friendly locals, and scenic surroundings far from tourist crowds.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Sulu
Population
44,741
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
5.97°, 121.28°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
20
Female Safety
25
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$418
Local Cost
$200
Local Income
$140
Cashless
10
English
35
Temperature
27.7°C
Summer Avg
27.6°C
Winter Avg
27.3°C
Record High
32.0°C
Record Low
24.5°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
1565 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
JOL
Distance
31 km
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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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