Driest Cities in São Paulo

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — São Paulo

1 Três Fronteiras 37.7"

2 Santa Fé do Sul 37.7"

3 Cardoso 38.3"

4 Rincão 38.4"

5 Guatapará 38.4"

6 Américo Brasiliense 38.4"

7 Guariba 38.4"

8 Pradópolis 38.4"

9 Santa Lúcia 38.4"

10 Riolândia 39.2"

11 Paulo de Faria 39.2"

12 Orindiúva 39.2"

13 Leme 39.3"

14 Descalvado 39.3"

15 Pirassununga 39.3"

16 Porto Ferreira 39.3"

17 Paraíso 39.8"

18 Cajobi 39.8"

19 Catiguá 39.8"

20 Uchoa 39.8"

21 Catanduva 39.8"

22 Palmares Paulista 39.8"

23 Tabapuã 39.8"

24 Ibirá 39.8"

25 Severínia 39.8"

26 Santa Adélia 39.8"

27 Ariranha 39.8"

28 Pindorama 39.8"

29 Guapiaçu 39.8"

30 Lins 40.0"

31 Sales 40.0"

32 Irapuã 40.0"

33 Sabino 40.0"

34 Iacanga 40.9"

35 Ibitinga 40.9"

36 Arealva 40.9"

37 Reginópolis 40.9"

38 Novo Horizonte 41.3"

39 Itápolis 41.3"

40 Borborema 41.3"

41 Itajobi 41.3"

42 Areiópolis 41.7"

43 Igaraçu do Tietê 41.7"

44 Macatuba 41.7"

45 Dois Córregos 41.7"

46 Barra Bonita 41.7"

47 Jaú 41.7"

48 Mineiros do Tietê 41.7"

49 São Manuel 41.7"

50 Vista Alegre do Alto 42.0"

51 Viradouro 42.0"

52 Pirangi 42.0"

53 Terra Roxa 42.0"

54 Taiúva 42.0"

55 Taiaçu 42.0"

56 Monte Azul Paulista 42.0"

57 Bebedouro 42.0"

58 Estrela d'Oeste 42.1"

59 General Salgado 42.1"

60 Jales 42.1"

61 Auriflama 42.1"

62 Nova Europa 43.0"

63 Bocaina 43.0"

64 Bariri 43.0"

65 Itapuí 43.0"

66 Boa Esperança do Sul 43.0"

67 Dourado 43.0"

68 Bauru 43.4"

69 Piratininga 43.4"

70 Lençóis Paulista 43.4"

71 Pederneiras 43.4"

72 Agudos 43.4"

73 Nova Granada 43.6"

74 Bálsamo 43.6"

75 Tanabi 43.6"

76 Américo de Campos 43.6"

77 Palestina 43.6"

78 Ipiguá 43.6"

79 Cajuru 43.6"

80 Cravinhos 43.6"

81 Tambaú 43.6"

82 Serra Azul 43.6"

83 São Simão 43.6"

84 Santa Rosa de Viterbo 43.6"

85 Santa Rita do Passa Quatro 43.6"

86 Luís Antônio 43.6"

87 Patrocínio Paulista 44.0"

88 Pedregulho 44.0"

89 Franca 44.0"

90 São José da Bela Vista 44.0"

91 Restinga 44.0"

92 Cristais Paulista 44.0"

93 Paulicéia 44.1"

94 Panorama 44.2"

95 Itapevi 44.2"

96 Pirapora do Bom Jesus 44.2"

97 Taboão da Serra 44.2"

98 Campo Limpo 44.2"

99 Ibiúna 44.2"

100 Jandira 44.2"

The driest cities in São Paulo receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Três Fronteiras receives just 37.7 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. Três Fronteiras gets just 37.7" 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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