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Sion District
City in Valais, Switzerland
Overview
Sion District is set in the heart of the Valais region, renowned for its sun-drenched landscapes, medieval castles, and lively cultural scene. With a blend of old-world charm and modern amenities, Sion is a regional hub for wine tourism, outdoor recreation, and history enthusiasts.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Switzerland
Canton
Valais
Population
48,447
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Coordinates
46.23°, 7.35°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
89
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
82
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$3,090
Local Cost
$1,940
Local Income
$4,000
Cashless
92
English
68
Temperature
0.0°C
Summer Avg
9.3°C
Winter Avg
-9.5°C
Record High
22.7°C
Record Low
-28.6°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
946 mm
Internet Speed
167 Mbps
Upload
120 Mbps
Latency
8 ms
City Vibrancy
81
Coworking
1
Cafes
26
Nightlife
27
Parks
27
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SIR
Distance
2 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 8 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 88/100.
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