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Laela
City in Rukwa, Tanzania
Overview
Laela is a small, welcoming town in Tanzania's Rukwa region, acting as a gateway to Lake Tanganyika and the southern highlands. Known for its agricultural surroundings and authentic Tanzanian culture, Laela offers a laid-back local experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Tanzania
Region
Rukwa
Population
19,185
Time Zone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Coordinates
-8.57°, 32.05°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$337
Local Cost
$169
Local Income
$90
Cashless
10
English
35
Temperature
18.8°C
Summer Avg
19.2°C
Winter Avg
16.2°C
Record High
34.0°C
Record Low
4.4°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
1219 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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