Driest Cities in Shandong

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Shandong

1 Qingnian 19.7"

2 Dezhou 20.6"

3 Yanta 22.2"

4 Dengzhou 22.4"

5 Yanggu 22.6"

6 Liaocheng 23.2"

7 Binzhou 23.2"

8 Dongying 23.8"

9 Zibo 24.0"

10 Longgang 24.1"

11 Jinan 24.3"

12 Heze 24.7"

13 Zhoucheng 24.9"

14 Xiaying 25.0"

15 Taitou 25.1"

16 Suozhen 25.2"

17 Laizhou 25.3"

18 Yingli 25.3"

19 Dingtao 25.4"

20 Pingyin 25.4"

21 Zhaoyuan 25.5"

22 Juye 25.6"

23 Wenshang 25.9"

24 Heguan 25.9"

25 Hualong 25.9"

26 Longchi 26.0"

27 Houzhen 26.0"

28 Daotian 26.0"

29 Shangkou 26.0"

30 Changyi 26.1"

31 Changqing 26.1"

32 Xinhe 26.1"

33 Buzhuang 26.1"

34 Liutuan 26.1"

35 Shouguang 26.5"

36 Tianliu 26.5"

37 Gucheng 26.5"

38 Zhoucun 26.5"

39 Tianzhuang 26.5"

40 Mingshui 26.6"

41 Mingcun 26.6"

42 Liguo 26.6"

43 Dongxia 26.7"

44 Gaoliu 26.7"

45 Qingzhou 26.7"

46 Yidu 26.7"

47 Zhuangyuan 26.7"

48 Nanding 26.8"

49 Xindian 26.8"

50 Shaozhuang 26.8"

51 Dazeshan 26.8"

52 Dianzi 26.8"

53 Yucheng 26.8"

54 Qingyang 26.9"

55 Xiazhen 26.9"

56 Pingdu 27.0"

57 Nancun 27.0"

58 Liaolan 27.0"

59 Ligezhuang 27.0"

60 Jining 27.0"

61 Yanzhou 27.0"

62 Hanting 27.0"

63 Ningyang 27.0"

64 Cuijiaji 27.1"

65 Damoujia 27.1"

66 Malianzhuang 27.1"

67 Nanshu 27.1"

68 Feicheng 27.1"

69 Shancheng 27.1"

70 Renzhao 27.2"

71 Taozhuang 27.2"

72 Weifang 27.2"

73 Jiudian 27.2"

74 Xiazhuang 27.2"

75 Jiaozhou 27.3"

76 Yinma 27.3"

77 Beimeng 27.3"

78 Yunshan 27.3"

79 Guxian 27.3"

80 Qufu 27.4"

81 Zoucheng 27.4"

82 Hetoudian 27.4"

83 Qingdao 27.5"

84 Yantai 27.5"

85 Yuanshang 27.5"

86 Jimo 27.5"

87 Dianbu 27.5"

88 Xiagezhuang 27.5"

89 Kanjia 27.5"

90 Ninghai 27.5"

91 Chengtangcun 27.6"

92 Rizhuang 27.6"

93 Linqu 27.7"

94 Huanglou 27.7"

95 Mihe 27.7"

96 Gaomi 27.7"

97 Changle 27.7"

98 Tanfang 27.7"

99 Jiangzhuang 27.7"

100 Jitai 27.7"

The driest cities in Shandong receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Qingnian receives just 19.7 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. Qingnian gets just 19.7" 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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