Driest Cities in Sichuan

Top 62 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Sichuan

1 Kangding 29.8"

2 Panzhihua 31.3"

3 Pingwu County 31.4"

4 Chaotian 34.8"

5 Xiasi 36.2"

6 Guangyuan 36.2"

7 Jiangyou 36.4"

8 Pu’an 36.6"

9 Chengdu 36.7"

10 Xichang 37.0"

11 Mianzhu, Deyang, Sichuan 37.0"

12 Luojiang 37.1"

13 Deyang 37.1"

14 Mianyang 37.4"

15 Tianpeng 38.0"

16 Jiachuan 38.3"

17 Donghe 38.3"

18 Tongchuan 38.6"

19 Langzhong 40.3"

20 Xunsi 41.0"

21 Suining 41.3"

22 Nanlong 41.4"

23 Gulin 41.4"

24 Bowangshan 41.6"

25 Xuyong 42.0"

26 Junlian 42.1"

27 Gusong 42.2"

28 Neijiang 42.5"

29 Chonglong 42.8"

30 Nanchong 42.9"

31 Gaoping 42.9"

32 Xunchang 43.0"

33 Hejiang 43.0"

34 Shuanglong 43.1"

35 Qingfu 43.2"

36 Wenjiang 43.2"

37 Huguo 43.3"

38 Xuantan 43.4"

39 Ziyang 43.6"

40 Yunjin 43.6"

41 Taifu 43.8"

42 Changning 44.0"

43 Fuji 44.0"

44 Naxi 44.1"

45 Jiang’an 44.2"

46 Luzhou 44.5"

47 Luolong 44.5"

48 Nanxi 44.9"

49 Guang’an 45.0"

50 Baixi 45.4"

51 Yibin 45.4"

52 Kongtan 45.6"

53 Zigong 45.6"

54 Baihua 46.6"

55 Dazhou 47.4"

56 Juexi 47.8"

57 Guanyin 48.1"

58 Meishan 51.1"

59 Linqiong 52.6"

60 Luocheng 53.7"

61 Ya'an 53.9"

62 Leshan 60.8"

The driest cities in Sichuan receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Kangding receives just 29.8 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. Kangding gets just 29.8" 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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