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Vakarai
City in Eastern, Sri Lanka
Overview
Vakarai is a laid-back coastal town in Sri Lanka's Eastern Province, renowned for its untouched beaches, welcoming community, and tranquil lagoon. While off the typical tourist trail, it offers authentic local experiences and easy access to nature.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sri Lanka
Province
Eastern
Population
21,000
Time Zone
Asia/Colombo
Coordinates
8.13°, 81.43°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$529
Local Cost
$190
Local Income
$120
Cashless
20
English
30
Temperature
27.3°C
Summer Avg
28.5°C
Winter Avg
25.3°C
Record High
38.8°C
Record Low
19.0°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1663 mm
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.
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 60/100.
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