Driest Cities in Galicia

Top 83 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities - Galicia

1 Camariñas 34.9"
2 Cee 35.0"
3 Fisterra 35.0"
4 A Coruña 40.5"
5 Narón 40.6"
6 Ferrol 42.2"
7 Ares 42.2"
8 Miño 42.2"
9 Sada 42.2"
10 Mugardos 42.2"
11 Ribadeo 43.1"
12 Carnota 43.7"
13 Muros 43.7"
14 Porto do Son 43.7"
15 Cedeira 43.8"
16 Valdoviño 43.8"
17 Foz 44.1"
18 Coristanco 44.3"
19 Malpica 44.3"
20 Carballo 44.3"
21 Burela de Cabo 46.4"
22 O Barco de Valdeorras 46.5"
23 Abegondo 48.8"
24 Bergondo 48.8"
25 Betanzos 48.8"
26 Oleiros 48.8"
27 Viveiro 49.4"
28 Arteixo 49.6"
29 Laracha 49.6"
30 Carral 50.1"
31 Cambre 50.1"
32 Culleredo 50.1"
33 Fene 50.2"
34 Mazaricos 52.2"
35 Castro de Rei 52.4"
36 A Pobra do Caramiñal 53.3"
37 Illa de Arousa 53.3"
38 Boiro 53.3"
39 Santa Uxía de Ribeira 53.3"
40 As Pontes de García Rodríguez 53.5"
41 Vilalba 55.5"
42 Santa Comba 55.7"
43 O Grove 55.9"
44 Outeiro de Rei 56.0"
45 Lugo 56.0"
46 Salvatierra de Miño 57.3"
47 Negreira 57.6"
48 Ribadavia 57.9"
49 Guitiriz 58.1"
50 Cambados 59.2"
51 Rianxo 59.2"
52 Vilagarcía de Arousa 59.2"
53 Sarria 59.4"
54 Celanova 60.4"
55 Ordes 61.9"
56 Castro 61.9"
57 Padrón 62.2"
58 Teo 62.2"
59 Santiago de Compostela 62.4"
60 Porriño 62.6"
61 Tui 62.6"
62 O Carballiño 63.0"
63 Xinzo de Limia 64.2"
64 Ourense 64.3"
65 Poio 64.4"
66 Meaño 64.4"
67 Marín 64.4"
68 Monforte de Lemos 64.7"
69 Arzúa 64.7"
70 Chantada 65.5"
71 Pereiro de Aguiar 66.0"
72 Ribeira 66.7"
73 Vedra 66.7"
74 A Estrada 66.7"
75 Moaña 66.7"
76 Cangas do Morrazo 66.7"
77 Vigo 66.7"
78 Pontevedra 66.9"
79 Nigrán 67.0"
80 Verín 67.8"
81 Lalín 67.8"
82 Redondela 68.2"
83 Ponteareas 68.2"

The driest cities in Galicia receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Camariñas receives just 34.9 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. Camariñas gets just 34.9" 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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