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Chala
City in Rukwa, Tanzania
Overview
Chala, set in Tanzania's Rukwa region, is a modest town known for its proximity to the stunning Lake Chala and lively local markets. With a relaxed atmosphere and warm community spirit, it offers an authentic slice of rural Tanzanian life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Tanzania
Region
Rukwa
Population
22,624
Time Zone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Coordinates
-7.58°, 31.27°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$352
Local Cost
$205
Local Income
$60
Cashless
15
English
25
Temperature
21.2°C
Summer Avg
20.8°C
Winter Avg
19.9°C
Record High
35.4°C
Record Low
8.0°C
Humidity
67%
Precipitation
1072 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 45/100.
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