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Driest Cities in Shaanxi

Top 47 cities ranked by driest cities

Driest Cities — Shaanxi

1 Yulinshi 15.9"
2 Tiebiancheng 17.7"
3 Wayaobu 18.6"
4 Yan’an 20.3"
5 Hancheng 20.8"
6 Tongchuanshi 23.3"
7 Yintai 23.3"
8 Huayin 23.5"
9 Tongchuan 24.1"
10 Yuxia 25.2"
11 Xi’an 26.2"
12 Yanliang 26.2"
13 Lintong 26.2"
14 Guozhen 26.3"
15 Baoji 26.5"
16 Liangting 27.4"
17 Shangluo 28.4"
18 Weinan 29.1"
19 Xianyang 30.3"
21 Cuijiatou 31.1"
22 Yaojiagou 32.3"
23 Yangzhou 32.4"
24 Shiquan 33.1"
25 Mianyang 33.2"
26 Hanyuan 33.4"
27 Chenggu 33.5"
28 Hanzhong 33.5"
30 Xixiang 35.2"
31 Ankang 36.0"
32 Jinjiahe 36.1"
33 Xujiaping 36.1"
34 Hengxianhe 36.1"
35 Xunyang 36.3"
36 Pingmu 36.4"
37 Yuandun 36.8"
38 Xiakouyi 36.8"
40 Pingli 39.3"
41 Wuguanyi 39.6"
42 Lesuhe 39.7"
44 Xiangshui 45.0"
45 Jinquan 45.0"
46 Yingge 52.0"
47 Taochuan 52.0"

The driest cities in Shaanxi receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Yulinshi receives just 15.9 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. Yulinshi gets just 15.9" 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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