Driest Cities in Florida

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities - Florida

1 Marathon 39.7"
2 Key West 40.4"
3 Fruitland Park 43.8"
4 Leesburg 43.8"
5 Eustis 43.8"
6 Tavares 43.8"
7 Mount Dora 43.8"
8 The Villages 43.8"
9 Wildwood 43.8"
10 Lady Lake 43.8"
11 Groveland 43.8"
12 Mascotte 43.8"
13 Islamorada 45.0"
14 Lake Alfred 46.1"
15 Davenport 46.1"
16 Jan Phyl Village 46.1"
17 Haines City 46.1"
18 Highland City 46.1"
19 Inwood 46.1"
20 Crystal Lake 46.1"
21 Auburndale 46.1"
22 Fussels Corner 46.1"
23 Winter Haven 46.1"
24 Cypress Gardens 46.1"
25 Dundee 46.1"
26 Clewiston 46.2"
27 St. Petersburg 46.6"
28 Kenneth City 46.6"
29 South Pasadena 46.6"
30 Treasure Island 46.6"
31 St. Pete Beach 46.6"
32 Lealman 46.6"
33 Gulfport 46.6"
34 Jacksonville 47.6"
35 Oakleaf Plantation 47.6"
36 Asbury Lake 47.6"
37 Fleming Island 47.6"
38 Middleburg 47.6"
39 Orange Park 47.6"
40 Fruit Cove 47.6"
41 Bellair-Meadowbrook Terrace 47.6"
42 Green Cove Springs 47.6"
43 Lakeside 47.6"
44 Ave Maria 48.0"
45 Immokalee 48.0"
46 Gainesville 48.3"
47 Alachua 48.3"
48 Neptune Beach 48.5"
49 Atlantic Beach 48.5"
50 North Merritt Island 48.6"
51 Titusville 48.6"
52 Port St. John 48.6"
53 Ridge Wood Heights 49.0"
54 South Gate Ridge 49.0"
55 Siesta Key 49.0"
56 Southgate 49.0"
57 Gulf Gate 49.0"
58 Bee Ridge 49.0"
59 Longboat Key 49.0"
60 Bayshore Gardens 49.0"
61 Memphis 49.0"
62 West Samoset 49.0"
63 Sarasota Springs 49.0"
64 Lakewood Ranch 49.0"
65 Bradenton 49.0"
66 Sarasota 49.0"
67 South Bradenton 49.0"
68 Fruitville 49.0"
69 The Meadows 49.0"
70 Palmetto 49.0"
71 Cortez 49.0"
72 Ellenton 49.0"
73 Tampa 49.5"
74 Cheval 49.5"
75 Palm River-Clair Mel 49.5"
76 Carrollwood 49.5"
77 Brandon 49.5"
78 Egypt Lake-Leto 49.5"
79 Lutz 49.5"
80 Keystone 49.5"
81 Town 'n' Country 49.5"
82 Westchase 49.5"
83 Temple Terrace 49.5"
84 Progress Village 49.5"
85 Gibsonton 49.5"
86 Odessa 49.5"
87 University CDP (Hillsborough County) 49.5"
88 Citrus Park 49.5"
89 Northdale 49.5"
90 Lake Magdalene 49.5"
91 Mango 49.5"
92 East Lake-Orient Park 49.5"
93 DeBary 49.6"
94 Lake Mary 49.6"
95 Pelican Bay 49.6"
96 Deltona 49.6"
97 Longwood 49.6"
98 Sanford 49.6"
99 Oviedo 49.6"
100 Lely Resort 49.6"

The driest cities in Florida receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Marathon receives just 39.7 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. Marathon gets just 39.7" 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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