Driest Cities in Henan

Top 45 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Henan

1 Beizheng 19.3"

2 Bailuquan 19.8"

3 Anyang 21.5"

4 Yigou 21.8"

5 Hebi 21.8"

6 Xinxiang 22.0"

7 Xixiang 22.2"

8 Daokou 22.3"

9 Jiyuan 22.4"

10 Puyang Chengguanzhen 22.4"

11 Puyang 22.4"

12 Jiaozuo 22.7"

13 Sanmenxia 23.0"

14 Anxiang 23.1"

15 Beitanzhuang 23.1"

16 Luoyang 23.9"

17 Yima 24.1"

18 Zhengzhou 24.1"

19 Gongyi 24.2"

20 Kaifeng 24.7"

21 Songyang 26.3"

22 Yingchuan 27.7"

23 Xuchang 28.0"

24 Shangqiu 28.3"

25 Xiangcheng Chengguanzhen 28.5"

26 Wacheng Neighborhood 29.7"

27 Pingdingshan 30.0"

28 Jishui 30.6"

29 Zhoukou 30.9"

30 Luohe 31.1"

31 Tashang 31.2"

32 Xincheng 31.2"

33 Huaidian 32.1"

34 Yunyang 32.3"

35 Fangcheng Chengguanzhen 33.4"

36 Runing 34.2"

37 Nanyang 34.6"

38 Zhenping 35.1"

39 Zhumadian 36.0"

40 Tanghe 36.1"

41 Xinye 36.9"

42 Dengzhou 37.1"

43 Minggang 39.7"

44 Xinyang 42.6"

45 Dingcheng 42.6"

The driest cities in Henan receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Beizheng receives just 19.3 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. Beizheng gets just 19.3" 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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