Driest Cities in Benin

Top 76 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Benin

1 Malanville 07 30.5"

2 Banikoara 07 37.3"

3 Sam 07 38.3"

4 Kandi 07 38.5"

5 Lalo 12 38.9"

6 Klouékanmè 12 38.9"

7 Toviklin 12 38.9"

8 Dogbo 12 39.0"

9 Gogounou 07 39.2"

10 Ouessé 11 39.6"

11 Athiémé 15 39.8"

12 Sé 15 39.8"

13 Lokossa 15 39.8"

14 Aplahoué 12 40.0"

15 Djakotomé 12 40.0"

16 Matéri 08 40.1"

17 Abomey 18 40.2"

18 Agoué 15 40.2"

19 Grand-Popo 15 40.2"

20 Djidja 18 40.4"

21 Kpozoun 18 40.7"

22 Savalou 11 40.8"

23 Ségbana 07 40.8"

24 Ouinhi 18 40.9"

25 Savé 11 41.2"

26 Sinendé 10 41.2"

27 Bembèrèkè 10 41.3"

28 Kérou 08 41.5"

29 Bohicon 18 41.6"

30 Cové 18 41.7"

31 Comé 11 41.7"

32 Ndali 10 41.9"

33 Kalalé 10 41.9"

34 Bétérou 10 42.3"

35 Cobly 08 42.5"

36 Tchaourou 10 42.5"

37 Nikki 10 42.5"

38 Banté 11 42.6"

39 Tanguiéta 08 42.7"

40 Pèrèrè 10 42.7"

41 Glazoué 11 42.7"

42 Allada 09 42.8"

43 Tori-Bossito 09 42.8"

44 Boukoumbé 08 42.9"

45 Adjaouèrè 17 42.9"

46 Parakou 10 43.0"

47 Péhonko 08 43.0"

48 Tobré 08 43.0"

49 Zé 09 43.0"

50 Toukountouna 08 43.5"

51 Dassa-Zoumè 11 43.5"

52 Guilmaro 08 43.8"

53 Kouandé 09 44.1"

54 Ouidah 09 44.1"

55 Kétou 17 44.5"

56 Zinvié 09 45.0"

57 Pobé 17 45.1"

58 Hévié 09 45.8"

59 Kopargo 13 45.9"

60 Sakété 17 46.3"

61 Abomey-Calavi 09 46.5"

62 Natitingou 08 46.5"

63 Godomè 09 46.5"

64 Ganvié 09 46.5"

65 Cotonou 14 46.5"

66 Bassila 13 46.7"

67 Missérété 16 47.3"

68 Avrankou 16 47.3"

69 Zounké 16 47.3"

70 Djougou 13 47.6"

71 Porto-Novo 16 49.4"

72 Semi 16 49.4"

73 Ekpé 16 49.4"

74 Ouaké 13 49.5"

75 Banigbé 17 50.5"

76 Adjarra 16 50.5"

The driest cities in Benin receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Malanville receives just 30.5 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. Malanville gets just 30.5" 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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