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Ash Shafā
City in Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Overview
Ash Shafā is a picturesque mountain town near Taif, renowned for its cool climate, lush landscapes, and tranquil atmosphere. It offers a refreshing escape from the heat, drawing both locals and tourists to its scenic viewpoints and holiday resorts.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Saudi Arabia
Region
Makkah
Population
72,190
Time Zone
Asia/Riyadh
Coordinates
21.07°, 40.31°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$841
Local Cost
$590
Local Income
$730
Cashless
60
English
35
Temperature
29.2°C
Summer Avg
34.5°C
Winter Avg
22.8°C
Record High
48.1°C
Record Low
8.6°C
Humidity
35%
Precipitation
37 mm
Internet Speed
132 Mbps
Upload
10 Mbps
Latency
237 ms
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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 6 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 50/100.
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