Driest Cities in Finland

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Finland

1 Inari 19 17.5"

2 Kalajoki 17 19.2"

3 Raahe 17 19.7"

4 Jakobstad 15 19.9"

5 Larsmo 15 19.9"

6 Nykarleby 15 20.0"

7 Kauhava 14 20.0"

8 Pyhäjärvi 19 20.1"

9 Sodankylä 19 20.3"

10 Kemijärvi 19 20.3"

11 Kokkola 16 20.4"

12 Kannus 16 20.4"

13 Pedersöre 15 20.4"

14 Lapua 14 20.5"

15 Malax 15 20.5"

16 Kittilä 19 20.5"

17 Kiiminki 17 20.6"

18 Korsholm 15 20.6"

19 Vaasa 15 20.6"

20 Vörå 15 20.7"

21 Muhos 17 20.7"

22 Kronoby 15 20.8"

23 Ii 17 20.9"

24 Ylivieska 17 21.1"

25 Ilmajoki 14 21.2"

26 Seinäjoki 14 21.3"

27 Oulainen 17 21.6"

28 Laihia 15 21.7"

29 Haapavesi 17 21.7"

30 Älajärvi 14 21.7"

31 Kemi 19 21.8"

32 Keminmaa 19 21.8"

33 Nivala 17 22.0"

34 Haapajärvi 17 22.1"

35 Kurikka 14 22.2"

36 Alavus 14 22.2"

37 Alajärvi 14 22.3"

38 Loimaa 02 22.6"

39 Tornio 19 22.6"

40 Kuusamo 17 22.7"

41 Saarenkylä 19 22.8"

42 Akaa 06 22.8"

43 Pori 04 22.8"

44 Toijala 06 22.8"

45 Viiala 06 23.1"

46 Jalasjärvi 14 23.1"

47 Vilppula 06 23.2"

48 Mänttä 06 23.2"

49 Asikkala 07 23.2"

50 Joensuu 12 23.4"

51 Uusikaupunki 02 23.4"

52 Eurajoki 04 23.4"

53 Kajaani 18 23.4"

54 Saarijärvi 13 23.4"

55 Pudasjärvi 17 23.4"

56 Äänekoski 13 23.4"

57 Pyhäselkä 12 23.5"

58 Närpes 15 23.5"

59 Amuri 06 23.5"

60 Ulvila 04 23.5"

61 Kokemäki 04 23.5"

62 Mäntyharju 10 23.5"

63 Viitasaari 13 23.6"

64 Rovaniemi 19 23.6"

65 Rauma 04 23.6"

66 Virrat 06 23.7"

67 Hanko 01 23.7"

68 Pälkäne 06 23.8"

69 Hämeenlinna 05 23.8"

70 Kauhajoki 14 23.8"

71 Janakkala 05 23.9"

72 Kristinestad 15 23.9"

73 Säkylä 04 23.9"

74 Suolahti 13 23.9"

75 Kerimäki 10 23.9"

76 Kiuruvesi 11 23.9"

77 Ristiina 10 24.0"

78 Savonlinna 10 24.0"

79 Harjavalta 04 24.0"

80 Heinola 07 24.0"

81 Huittinen 04 24.0"

82 Nokia 06 24.1"

83 Laukaa 13 24.1"

84 Pirkkala 06 24.1"

85 Vammala 06 24.1"

86 Lentävänniemi 06 24.1"

87 Juva 10 24.1"

88 Liperi 12 24.1"

89 Ähtäri 14 24.1"

90 Muurame 13 24.1"

91 Leppävirta 11 24.1"

92 Iisalmi 11 24.2"

93 Suonenjoki 11 24.2"

94 Hollola 07 24.2"

95 Mikkeli 10 24.3"

96 Kuopio 11 24.3"

97 Outokumpu 12 24.4"

98 Suomussalmi 18 24.4"

99 Kuhmo 18 24.5"

100 Nurmes 12 24.5"

The driest cities in Finland receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Inari receives just 17.5 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. Inari gets just 17.5" 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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