Driest Cities in Chongqing

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Chongqing

1 Huayan 41.7"

2 Chongkan 41.8"

3 Mixin 41.9"

4 Gaoping 41.9"

5 Yuanjue 42.1"

6 Qingliu 42.1"

7 Zhong’ao 42.2"

8 Tieshan 42.2"

9 Gaosheng 42.2"

10 Panlong 42.2"

11 Guansheng 42.2"

12 Wujia 42.2"

13 Renyi 42.2"

14 Tonggu 42.2"

15 Zitong 42.3"

16 Yuxi 42.3"

17 Yanhe 42.3"

18 Shuangjiang 42.3"

19 Bashan 42.3"

20 Wofo 42.4"

21 Baizi 42.4"

22 Tangba 42.4"

23 Tai’an 42.4"

24 Xinsheng 42.4"

25 Hebao 42.4"

26 Jijia 42.4"

27 Erlang 42.4"

28 Sanqu 42.4"

29 Shuangshan 42.5"

30 Longgang 42.5"

31 Wugui 42.5"

32 Tangxiang 42.5"

33 Anfu 42.7"

34 Longji 42.7"

35 Ronglong 42.7"

36 Guxi 42.7"

37 Qunli 42.7"

38 Zhuxi 42.8"

39 Baoxing 42.8"

40 Weixin 42.8"

41 Tianjia 42.8"

42 Biekou 42.8"

43 Gaolou 42.8"

44 Shouqiao 42.8"

45 Lüfeng 42.8"

46 Shanghe 42.8"

47 Xiaodu 42.8"

48 Shaoyun 42.8"

49 Pingtan 42.8"

50 Changyuan 42.9"

51 Wanling 42.9"

52 Yongrong 42.9"

53 Zhisheng 42.9"

54 Guchang 42.9"

55 Guangshun 42.9"

56 Xiaolin 43.0"

57 Bailin 43.0"

58 Guoliang 43.0"

59 Shihao 43.0"

60 Datong 43.0"

61 Youting 43.1"

62 Honglu 43.1"

63 Fenggao 43.1"

64 Tanghe 43.2"

65 Anwen 43.3"

66 Jiaping 43.3"

67 Yanwo 43.3"

68 Baofeng 43.3"

69 Zhongfeng 43.3"

70 Yongxing 43.3"

71 Zhongshan 43.3"

72 Weituo 43.3"

73 Sanmiao 43.3"

74 Tongxi 43.3"

75 Taihe 43.3"

76 Ganshui 43.3"

77 Guanba 43.3"

78 Caijia 43.3"

79 Dongxi 43.3"

80 Qingsheng 43.4"

81 Shuanghe 43.4"

82 Anju 43.4"

83 Wujian 43.4"

84 Weixinghu 43.4"

85 Gaonan 43.4"

86 Erping 43.4"

87 Qingjiang 43.4"

88 Linjiang 43.4"

89 Pulü 43.4"

90 Shiyu 43.4"

91 Bachuan 43.4"

92 Tuqiao 43.4"

93 Shuikou 43.4"

94 Shimen 43.4"

95 Zhuyang 43.5"

96 Zhutuo 43.5"

97 Hegeng 43.5"

98 Songgai 43.5"

99 Xianlong 43.5"

100 Ji’an 43.5"

The driest cities in Chongqing receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Huayan receives just 41.7 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. Huayan gets just 41.7" 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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