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Turtle Islands
City in Tawi-Tawi, Philippines
Overview
The Turtle Islands in Tawi-Tawi, Philippines, are a remote archipelago renowned for their unspoiled beaches, rich marine life, and as one of the key nesting grounds for endangered green sea turtles. Life here is simple and tranquil, offering a unique escape from urban stress and a window into authentic island culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Tawi-Tawi
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
6.23°, 118.01°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
30
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$415
Local Cost
$207
Local Income
$200
Cashless
15
English
25
Temperature
27.2°C
Summer Avg
27.3°C
Winter Avg
26.6°C
Record High
32.0°C
Record Low
23.1°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
2884 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SDK
Distance
37 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 2025-12-09.
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 60/100.
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