Driest Cities in Qinghai

Top 80 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Qinghai

1 Huatugou 2.5"

2 Da Qaidam 2.5"

3 Mangnai Zhen 2.8"

4 Xarag 10.3"

5 Barun 13.2"

6 Shaliuhe 14.3"

7 Qabqa 14.8"

8 Nianbo 15.0"

9 Sanhe 15.2"

10 Xiaoxia 15.2"

11 Xireg 15.6"

12 Xining 15.6"

13 Ha’ergai Dadui 16.1"

14 Qilian 16.2"

15 Duoba 16.4"

16 Qiaotou 17.0"

17 Laxiong 17.3"

18 Yaga 17.3"

19 Xiazhuang 17.3"

20 Xihai Town 17.3"

21 Xihai 17.3"

22 Sanjiaocheng 17.3"

23 Shixiang 17.3"

24 Keluke 18.0"

25 Bayan 18.3"

26 Mole 18.4"

27 Lushar 18.8"

28 Haomen 19.2"

29 Qingshizui 19.2"

30 Tongren 19.2"

31 Quankou 19.8"

32 Dongchuan 20.0"

33 Kangyang 20.0"

34 Dehenglong 20.0"

35 Kanbula 20.0"

36 Yashiga 20.0"

37 Yushu 21.2"

38 Maqin County 21.3"

39 Tangnaihai 21.4"

40 Longcang 21.4"

41 Hedong 22.8"

42 Garang 22.8"

43 Guomaying 23.4"

44 Longyangxia 23.4"

45 Haizigou 24.1"

46 Qiecha 25.1"

47 Qukuhu 25.3"

48 Nianduhu 25.3"

49 Bao’an 25.3"

50 Duolin 25.6"

51 Sazhubxi 26.5"

52 Jiangxigou 26.5"

53 Heping 26.7"

54 Sizhai 26.7"

55 Daotanghe 26.7"

56 Shenzhong 26.7"

57 Dongke 26.8"

58 Dongxia 28.4"

59 Xiagulei 28.8"

60 Zhongtie 29.4"

61 Wenquan 29.6"

62 Sumdo 30.2"

63 Qingshuihe 31.2"

64 Dogarmo 31.7"

65 Shanglaxiu 32.1"

66 Zhexiao 32.7"

67 Xiwu 32.9"

68 Jiqu 34.6"

69 Gyairong 35.2"

70 Gaduo 35.2"

71 Baitang 35.5"

72 Xiuma 36.1"

73 Xiao Surmang 37.1"

74 Baiyu 37.2"

75 Ningmute 37.7"

76 Xia Zanggor 41.0"

77 Sailaitang 41.7"

78 Quedantang 46.6"

79 Bagou 46.6"

80 Taxiu 46.6"

The driest cities in Qinghai receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Huatugou receives just 2.5 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. Huatugou gets just 2.5" 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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