Driest Cities in Burkina Faso

Top 83 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Burkina Faso

1 Gorom-Gorom 12 15.2"

2 Aribinda 12 17.0"

3 Dori 12 17.0"

4 Djibo 12 17.6"

5 Titao 10 20.4"

6 Bourzanga 05 20.5"

7 Sebba 12 20.8"

8 Ouahigouya 10 22.0"

9 Mani 08 22.0"

10 Gourcy 10 23.6"

11 Kouka 05 23.7"

12 Bogandé 08 24.2"

13 Pissila 05 24.5"

14 Tougan 01 24.6"

15 Kongoussi 05 25.0"

16 Kaya 05 25.5"

17 Gayéri 08 25.5"

18 Yako 10 25.8"

19 Yalgo 05 25.9"

20 Toma 01 26.3"

21 Nanoro 06 26.7"

22 Korsimoro 05 26.7"

23 Boulsa 05 27.5"

24 Barogo 11 27.7"

25 Boussé 11 27.7"

26 Ziniaré 11 27.8"

27 Saaba 03 28.4"

28 Nioko I 03 28.4"

29 Ouagadougou 03 28.7"

30 Kindi 06 28.8"

31 Mogtédo 11 29.3"

32 Koudougou 06 29.3"

33 Réo 06 29.3"

34 Zinguédéssé 03 29.4"

35 Saonré 03 29.4"

36 Dédougou 01 29.5"

37 Pa 01 29.5"

38 Nouna 01 29.5"

39 Zorgo 11 29.6"

40 Pouytenga 04 29.9"

41 Koupéla 04 29.9"

42 Goulouré 06 30.0"

43 Pitmoaga 06 30.0"

44 Kokologo 06 30.0"

45 Diapaga 08 30.2"

46 Sabou 06 30.2"

47 Fada N'gourma 08 30.3"

48 Kombissiri 07 30.5"

49 Tita 06 31.1"

50 Béguédo 04 31.5"

51 Garango 04 32.3"

52 Natiaboani 08 32.5"

53 Tenkodogo 04 32.6"

54 Gomboussougou 07 32.6"

55 Gao 06 33.1"

56 Boromo 01 33.1"

57 Ouargaye 04 33.2"

58 Namponkoré 08 33.3"

59 Fara Department 01 33.4"

60 Sapouy 06 33.5"

61 Manga 07 33.7"

62 Tô 06 33.9"

63 Solenzo 01 33.9"

64 Bittou 04 34.0"

65 Zabré 04 34.1"

66 Houndé 09 35.4"

67 Bama 01 35.4"

68 Pama 08 35.4"

69 Pô 07 35.8"

70 Léo 06 36.5"

71 Dano 13 36.5"

72 Cinkansé 04 37.1"

73 Kompienga 08 37.5"

74 Bobo-Dioulasso 09 37.6"

75 Diébougou 13 37.8"

76 Karankasso 09 38.5"

77 Gaoua 13 39.6"

78 Batié 13 40.0"

79 Banfora 02 42.4"

80 Orodara 09 42.5"

81 Sindou 02 43.5"

82 Mangodara 02 44.0"

83 Niangoloko 02 44.8"

The driest cities in Burkina Faso receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Gorom-Gorom receives just 15.2 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. Gorom-Gorom gets just 15.2" 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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