Driest Cities in Carinthia

Top 98 cities ranked by driest cities

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All Countries · Austria · Carinthia

Driest Cities - Carinthia

1 Kraig 47.9"

2 St. Georgen am Längsee 47.9"

3 Sankt Veit an der Glan 47.9"

4 Sankt Ulrich 49.7"

5 Himmelberg 49.7"

6 Steuerberg 49.7"

7 Nikelsdorf 54.1"

8 Feistritz an der Drau 54.1"

9 Ferndorf 54.1"

10 Paternion 54.1"

11 Döbriach 54.1"

12 Seeboden 54.1"

13 Stockenboi 54.1"

14 Spittal an der Drau 54.1"

15 Lieserbrücke 56.0"

16 Baldramsdorf 56.0"

17 Fresach 57.9"

18 Kaning 57.9"

19 Untertweng 57.9"

20 Feld am See 57.9"

21 Radenthein 57.9"

22 Pöckau 59.0"

23 Gailitz 59.0"

24 Arnoldstein 59.0"

25 Sankt Johann 60.8"

26 Sankt Jakob 60.8"

27 Ritzing 60.8"

28 Schleifen 60.8"

29 Eitweg 60.8"

30 Jakling 60.8"

31 Sankt Andrä 60.8"

32 Sankt Michael 60.8"

33 Sankt Margarethen im Lavanttal 60.8"

34 Priel 60.8"

35 Gries 60.8"

36 Kleinedling 60.8"

37 Reding 60.8"

38 Sankt Stefan 60.8"

39 Wolfsberg 60.8"

40 Hohenthurn 62.1"

41 Hermagor 62.5"

42 Köttmannsdorf 67.3"

43 Auen 67.3"

44 Finkenstein am Faaker See 67.3"

45 Fürnitz 67.3"

46 Finkenstein 67.3"

47 Faak am See 67.3"

48 Illitsch 67.3"

49 Latschach ober dem Faakersee 67.3"

50 Velden am Wörther See 67.3"

51 Riegersdorf 67.3"

52 Seebach 67.3"

53 Obere Fellach 67.3"

54 Goritschach 67.3"

55 Neufellach 67.3"

56 Villach 67.3"

57 Villach-Innere Stadt 67.3"

58 Lind 67.3"

59 Waiern 67.3"

60 Völkendorf 67.3"

61 Großvassach 67.3"

62 Kleinvassach 67.3"

63 Feldkirchen in Kärnten 67.3"

64 Fresen 67.3"

65 Seitenberg 67.3"

66 Landskron 67.3"

67 Untere Fellach 67.3"

68 Sankt Leonhard 67.3"

69 Markstein 67.3"

70 Lindl 67.3"

71 Annabichl 77.2"

72 Sankt Martin 77.2"

73 Klagenfurt am Wörthersee 77.2"

74 Villacher Vorstadt 77.2"

75 Sittersdorf 77.2"

76 Kühnsdorf 77.2"

77 Eberndorf 77.2"

78 Wasserhofen 77.2"

79 Gösselsdorf 77.2"

80 Sankt Ruprecht 77.2"

81 Völkermarkter Vorstadt 77.2"

82 Sankt Peter 77.2"

83 Völkermarkt 77.2"

84 Viktring 77.2"

85 Wölfnitz 77.2"

86 Viktringer Vorstadt 77.2"

87 Innere Stadt 77.2"

88 2.Bezirk 77.2"

89 3.Bezirk 77.2"

90 4.Bezirk 77.2"

91 St. Veiter Vorstadt 77.2"

92 Niederdorf 77.2"

93 Hörtendorf 77.2"

94 Ebenthal 77.2"

95 Rain 77.2"

96 Reichersdorf 77.2"

97 Maria Rain 77.2"

98 Ferlach 77.2"

The driest cities in Carinthia receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Kraig receives just 47.9 inches of precipitation annually.

Dry climates offer benefits including more sunny days, less seasonal affective disorder, lower humidity, and reduced mold and allergen concerns. These cities are often located in the desert Southwest or other arid regions with dramatic natural landscapes.

Water management is a critical concern for the driest cities, many of which rely on distant water sources, desalination, or strict conservation measures. As populations grow in these areas, sustainable water use and drought resilience become increasingly important priorities.

Did You Know?

1. Kraig gets just 47.9" of precipitation per year - less than many cities get in a single month.
2. Most of the driest cities are in the desert Southwest, where evaporation often exceeds precipitation by a factor of 10 or more.
3. Water conservation is a way of life in these cities, with many implementing xeriscaping requirements and water usage restrictions.

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