Driest Cities in Saxony

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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All Countries · Germany · Saxony

Driest Cities — Saxony

1 Zeithain 22.5"

2 Belgern 22.9"

3 Torgau 23.2"

4 Riesa 23.5"

5 Lommatzsch 23.5"

6 Mockrehna 23.5"

7 Nünchritz 23.7"

8 Oschatz 24.3"

9 Großenhain 24.3"

10 Weinböhla 24.3"

11 Dahlen 24.6"

12 Hoyerswerda 25.1"

13 Wittichenau 25.1"

14 Radeburg 25.2"

15 Bernsdorf 25.3"

16 Weißwasser 25.5"

17 Rothenburg 25.6"

18 Dresden 25.7"

19 Löbtau 25.7"

20 Mickten 25.7"

21 Friedrichstadt 25.7"

22 Moritzburg 25.7"

23 Wermsdorf 26.1"

24 Freital 26.1"

25 Radebeul 26.1"

26 Coswig 26.1"

27 Gorbitz 26.1"

28 Wilsdruff 26.1"

29 Klipphausen 26.1"

30 Niesky 26.3"

31 Meissen 26.9"

32 Nossen 27.1"

33 Kamenz 27.4"

34 Olbernhau 28.2"

35 Dippoldiswalde 28.9"

36 Bannewitz 28.9"

37 Tharandt 30.8"

38 Brand-Erbisdorf 31.1"

39 Großschirma 31.1"

40 Schkeuditz 31.2"

41 Markranstädt 31.2"

42 Freiberg 31.7"

43 Leipzig 31.8"

44 Gohlis 31.8"

45 Delitzsch 31.8"

46 Markkleeberg 31.8"

47 Eilenburg 31.8"

48 Wurzen 31.8"

49 Taucha 31.8"

50 Kleinzschocher 31.8"

51 Brandis 31.8"

52 Großzschocher 31.8"

53 Breitenfeld 31.8"

54 Bad Düben 31.8"

55 Naunhof 31.8"

56 Borsdorf 31.8"

57 Machern 31.8"

58 Großpösna 31.8"

59 Bennewitz 31.8"

60 Plauen 34.0"

61 Elsterberg 34.0"

62 Glauchau 34.7"

63 Crimmitschau 34.7"

64 Borna 34.7"

65 Grimma 34.7"

66 Meerane 34.7"

67 Hohenstein-Ernstthal 34.7"

68 Mülsen 34.7"

69 Lichtenstein 34.7"

70 Penig 34.7"

71 Bad Lausick 34.7"

72 Zwenkau 34.7"

73 Frohburg 34.7"

74 Groitzsch 34.7"

75 Böhlen 34.7"

76 Oberlungwitz 34.7"

77 Geithain 34.7"

78 Kitzscher 34.7"

79 Callenberg 34.7"

80 Görlitz 37.0"

81 Zittau 37.0"

82 Olbersdorf 37.0"

83 Pirna 39.0"

84 Leuben 39.0"

85 Blasewitz 39.0"

86 Klotzsche 39.0"

87 Loschwitz 39.0"

88 Radeberg 39.0"

89 Äußere Neustadt 39.0"

90 Heidenau 39.0"

91 Neustadt in Sachsen 39.0"

92 Bischofswerda 39.0"

93 Ottendorf-Okrilla 39.0"

94 Großröhrsdorf 39.0"

95 Pulsnitz 39.0"

96 Hellerau 39.0"

97 Stolpen 39.0"

98 Dohna 39.0"

99 Altenberg 39.0"

100 Bautzen 39.7"

The driest cities in Saxony receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Zeithain receives just 22.5 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. Zeithain gets just 22.5" 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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