Driest Cities in Denmark

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Denmark

1 Kalundborg 20 21.4"

2 Otterup 21 21.5"

3 Dragør 17 21.9"

4 Grenaa 18 21.9"

5 Korsør 20 22.0"

6 Munkebo 21 22.1"

7 Kerteminde 21 22.1"

8 Tranekær 21 22.3"

9 Skælskør 20 22.6"

10 Hundested 17 22.6"

11 Rønne 17 22.6"

12 Nykøbing Sjælland 20 22.7"

13 Klinteby Frihed 20 22.8"

14 Nakskov 20 22.8"

15 Frederiksværk 17 22.9"

16 Frederikssund 17 22.9"

17 Næstved 20 22.9"

18 Nyborg 21 22.9"

19 Vordingborg 20 22.9"

20 Neder Holluf 21 23.0"

21 Odense 21 23.0"

22 Tårnby 17 23.1"

23 Valby 17 23.1"

24 Maribo 20 23.4"

25 Gilleleje 17 23.4"

26 Slangerup 17 23.4"

27 Helsinge 17 23.4"

28 Hillerød 17 23.4"

29 Alholm 20 23.5"

30 Ølstykke 17 23.5"

31 Jyllinge 20 23.5"

32 Nykøbing Falster 20 23.5"

33 Køge 20 23.5"

34 Nivå 17 23.5"

35 Trørød 17 23.5"

36 Humlebæk 17 23.5"

37 Espergærde 17 23.5"

38 Hørsholm 17 23.5"

39 Holbæk 20 23.6"

40 Vigerslev 17 23.7"

41 Måløv 17 23.7"

42 Fredensborg 17 23.7"

43 Smørumnedre 17 23.7"

44 Brøndby Strand 17 23.7"

45 Vallensbæk 17 23.7"

46 Lillerød 17 23.7"

47 Ishøj 17 23.7"

48 Stenløse 17 23.7"

49 Brøndbyvester 17 23.7"

50 Birkerød 17 23.7"

51 Glostrup 17 23.7"

52 Allerød 17 23.7"

53 Albertslund 17 23.7"

54 Avedøre 17 23.7"

55 Hvidovre 17 23.7"

56 Sorø 20 23.8"

57 Haslev 20 23.9"

58 Ringsted 20 23.9"

59 Ebeltoft 18 23.9"

60 Slagelse 20 24.0"

61 Hornbæk 17 24.1"

62 Christianshavn 17 24.1"

63 Kongens Lyngby 17 24.1"

64 Indre By 17 24.1"

65 Charlottenlund 17 24.1"

66 Frederiksberg 17 24.1"

67 Copenhagen 17 24.1"

68 Bellinge 21 24.1"

69 Stavnsholt 17 24.1"

70 Værløse 17 24.1"

71 Farum 17 24.1"

72 Vanløse 17 24.1"

73 Ballerup 17 24.1"

74 Rødovre 17 24.1"

75 Nørresundby 19 24.2"

76 Aalborg 19 24.2"

77 Tune 20 24.2"

78 Fløng 17 24.2"

79 Odder 18 24.2"

80 Hedehusene 17 24.2"

81 Solrød Strand 20 24.2"

82 Taastrup 17 24.2"

83 Greve 20 24.2"

84 Malling 18 24.3"

85 Århus 18 24.3"

86 Hellebæk 17 24.5"

87 Ålsgårde 17 24.5"

88 Helsingør 17 24.5"

89 Svendborg 21 24.5"

90 Roskilde 20 24.7"

91 Sæby 19 24.7"

92 Åbybro 19 25.0"

93 Mårslet 18 25.0"

94 Kolt 18 25.0"

95 Tranbjerg 18 25.0"

96 Hasselager 18 25.0"

97 Svenstrup 19 25.0"

98 Støvring 19 25.0"

99 Gjellerup 18 25.0"

100 Viby 18 25.0"

The driest cities in Denmark receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Kalundborg receives just 21.4 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. Kalundborg gets just 21.4" 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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