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Kanel
City in Matam, Senegal
Overview
Kanel is a small town in the Matam region of Senegal, set along the banks of the Senegal River. It offers a glimpse into traditional Senegalese life, with a lively market, friendly residents, and a strong sense of community.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Senegal
Region
Matam
Population
12,975
Time Zone
Africa/Dakar
Coordinates
15.49°, -13.18°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
57
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
22
Traffic Safety
48
Food Safety
39
Monthly Cost
$336
Local Cost
$192
Local Income
$90
Cashless
12
English
13
Temperature
29.3°C
Summer Avg
31.6°C
Winter Avg
24.7°C
Record High
46.8°C
Record Low
9.8°C
Humidity
37%
Precipitation
509 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
MAX
Distance
19 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 2025-12-06.
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 42/100.
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