Driest Cities in Basque Country

Top 60 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Basque Country

1 Gasteiz / Vitoria 34.7"

2 Amurrio 40.1"

3 Laudio / Llodio 40.1"

4 Aretxabaleta 41.4"

5 Elorrio 41.4"

6 Bergara 42.9"

7 Oñati 42.9"

8 Arrasate / Mondragón 42.9"

9 Balmaseda 43.9"

10 Portugalete 44.8"

11 Zalla 44.8"

12 Güeñes 44.8"

13 Santurtzi 44.8"

14 Ortuella 44.8"

15 Sestao 44.8"

16 Zumarraga 45.0"

17 Gernika-Lumo 45.4"

18 Amorebieta 45.4"

19 Santutxu 45.6"

20 Erandio 45.6"

21 Arrigorriaga 45.6"

22 Bilbao 45.6"

23 Galdakao 45.6"

24 Leioa 45.6"

25 Basauri 45.6"

26 Barakaldo 45.6"

27 Algorta 46.3"

28 Zierbena 46.3"

29 Getxo 46.3"

30 Ermua 46.3"

31 Durango 46.3"

32 Ondarroa 47.4"

33 Elgoibar 47.4"

34 Deba 47.4"

35 Eibar 47.4"

36 Lekeitio 47.4"

37 Sopela 48.0"

38 Berango 48.0"

39 Elexalde 48.0"

40 Mungia 48.0"

41 Bermeo 48.0"

42 Azkoitia 49.6"

43 Zumaia 49.6"

44 Zarautz 49.6"

45 Azpeitia 49.6"

46 Hondarribia 49.6"

47 Irun 49.6"

48 Hernani 52.4"

49 Lezo 52.4"

50 Errenteria 52.4"

51 Donostia / San Sebastián 52.4"

52 Pasaia 52.4"

53 Oria 52.5"

54 Lasarte 52.5"

55 Usurbil 52.5"

56 Andoain 57.3"

57 Tolosa 57.3"

58 Urnieta 57.3"

59 Villabona 57.3"

60 Beasain 57.3"

The driest cities in Basque Country receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Gasteiz / Vitoria receives just 34.7 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. Gasteiz / Vitoria gets just 34.7" 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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