Driest Cities in Yunnan

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

Best Yunnan Cities

Composite rankings combining multiple weighted metrics, 4 topics from climate and air quality data.

Best Climate Cities
Warm temperatures, plenty of sunshine and clean air.
Cleanest Air Cities
Lowest pollution levels for healthy outdoor living.
Sunniest Cities
Most days of sunshine per year, with warm and dry climate.
Most Urban Cities
Densely populated city centers with the largest urban footprints.
Population & Density
Largest Cities Smallest Cities Most Dense Least Dense
Climate & Air
Warmest Cities Coldest Cities Rainiest Cities Driest Cities Snowiest Cities
Geography & Infrastructure
Highest Elevation Most Restaurants
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Driest Cities - Yunnan

1 Shangri-La 28.2"
2 Yongning 29.8"
3 Zhongxin 29.9"
4 Rongjiang 29.9"
5 Shilongba 30.1"
6 Renhe 30.3"
7 Yongbei 30.3"
8 Daxing 30.6"
9 Xinyingpan 30.6"
10 Shunzhou 30.8"
11 Chenghai 30.8"
12 Hongqiao 30.9"
13 Lijiang 31.1"
14 Jinniu 31.1"
15 Pianjiao 31.1"
16 Sanchuan 31.2"
17 Qina 31.2"
18 Taoyuan 31.2"
19 Zhanhe 31.3"
20 Yunnanyi 31.7"
21 Xiazhuang 31.7"
22 Huangshan 31.8"
23 Xiangcheng 32.0"
24 Haidong Zhen 32.1"
25 Chuxiong 32.3"
26 Xilong 32.4"
27 Xiaojiezi 32.4"
28 Dake 32.4"
29 Jiulong 32.4"
30 Dali 32.8"
31 Fengyi 32.8"
32 Micheng 32.9"
33 Yousuo 33.0"
34 Jiuhe 33.1"
35 Shigu 33.4"
36 Jinhua 33.4"
37 Judian 33.7"
38 Yongjian 33.7"
39 Nanjian 33.9"
40 Zibihu 34.1"
41 Miaojie 34.3"
42 Xiaotiechang 34.5"
43 Dali Old Town 34.5"
44 Yinqiao Zhen 34.5"
45 Wanqiao Zhen 34.5"
46 Zhaotong 34.7"
47 Liancheng 34.9"
48 Longquan 35.0"
49 Anning 35.2"
50 Youzha 35.3"
51 Huakoulongtan 35.3"
52 Shilin 35.9"
53 Haikou 35.9"
54 Yuxi 36.0"
55 Daxinshao 36.0"
56 Hongxi 36.0"
57 Majie 36.3"
58 Bonan 37.1"
59 Miyang 37.1"
60 Jinding 37.2"
61 Kaiyuan 38.5"
62 Qujing 38.6"
63 Benzilan 38.9"
64 Bengshutang 38.9"
65 Zhongshu 39.0"
66 Qingnianlu 39.6"
67 Yangguang 39.6"
68 Huaxijie 39.6"
69 Panjiang 39.6"
70 Dianzhong 40.2"
71 Dalongtan 40.2"
72 Jianshui 40.7"
73 Lufu 41.5"
74 Xianjie 41.6"
75 Caopujie 41.6"
76 Lubiaojie 41.6"
77 Kunming 41.7"
78 Liqi 41.8"
79 Chunhe 41.8"
80 Beicheng 41.8"
81 Yanhe 41.8"
82 Bajie 41.8"
83 Dayingjie 41.8"
84 Chahe 41.8"
85 Shuanghejie 41.8"
86 Anhua Daying 41.8"
87 Xiyang 41.8"
88 Wenlan 42.4"
89 Baoshan 42.7"
90 Yingpan 42.9"
91 Shuangjiang 43.2"
92 Sijie 43.2"
93 Longwu 43.2"
94 Najiaying 43.2"
95 Kuangyuan 43.8"
96 Longcheng 43.8"
97 Goujie 43.8"
98 Tangchijie 43.8"
99 Yangzongnan Hengjie 43.8"
100 Shuifu 44.3"

The driest cities in Yunnan receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Shangri-La receives just 28.2 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. Shangri-La gets just 28.2" 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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