Driest Cities in Florida

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Florida

1 St. Petersburg 34.2"

2 Islamorada 38.7"

3 Marathon 39.7"

4 Gainesville 41.5"

5 Largo 41.6"

6 Town 'n' Country 42.2"

7 Jacksonville 43.4"

8 Groveland 43.8"

9 Tavares 43.8"

10 Fruitland Park 43.8"

11 Mascotte 43.8"

12 Leesburg 43.8"

13 The Villages 44.0"

14 Riverview 44.3"

15 Tampa 44.4"

16 Clearwater 45.2"

17 North Port 45.6"

18 Loughman 46.1"

19 Lake Alfred 46.1"

20 Crystal Lake 46.1"

21 Davenport 46.1"

22 Haines City 46.1"

23 Winter Haven 46.1"

24 Auburndale 46.1"

25 Fussels Corner 46.1"

26 Inwood 46.1"

27 Key West 46.4"

28 Spring Hill 46.8"

29 Asbury Lake 47.6"

30 Fruit Cove 47.6"

31 Oakleaf Plantation 47.6"

32 Bellair-Meadowbrook Terrace 47.6"

33 Orange Park 47.6"

34 Middleburg 47.6"

35 Fleming Island 47.6"

36 Lakeside 47.6"

37 Immokalee 48.0"

38 Ave Maria 48.0"

39 Brandon 48.3"

40 Lakeland 48.9"

41 Palm Coast 49.0"

42 Bayshore Gardens 49.1"

43 Ridge Wood Heights 49.1"

44 Longboat Key 49.1"

45 South Bradenton 49.1"

46 Cortez 49.1"

47 Southgate 49.1"

48 Gulf Gate 49.1"

49 Sarasota 49.1"

50 Siesta Key 49.1"

51 Naples 49.6"

52 San Carlos Park 49.6"

53 Estero 49.6"

54 Pelican Bay 49.6"

55 Fort Myers Beach 49.6"

56 Bonita Springs 49.6"

57 Naples Manor 49.6"

58 Three Oaks 49.6"

59 Winter Springs 49.6"

60 Longwood 49.6"

61 Oviedo 49.6"

62 Fernandina Beach 49.9"

63 Lady Lake 50.0"

64 Eustis 50.0"

65 Okeechobee 50.3"

66 New Smyrna Beach 50.6"

67 Daytona Beach Shores 50.6"

68 St. Augustine Beach 50.6"

69 Celebration 50.6"

70 St. Augustine 50.6"

71 Horizon West 50.6"

72 St. Augustine Shores 50.6"

73 Four Corners 50.6"

74 World Golf Village 50.6"

75 West Melbourne 50.8"

76 Fort Meade 50.9"

77 Medulla 50.9"

78 Highland City 50.9"

79 Lakeland Highlands 50.9"

80 Bartow 50.9"

81 Fuller Heights 50.9"

82 Bradfordville 50.9"

83 South Miami 51.0"

84 Pinecrest 51.0"

85 Palmetto Bay 51.0"

86 Coral Gables 51.0"

87 Glenvar Heights 51.0"

88 Coral Terrace 51.0"

89 Cape Coral 51.0"

90 Marianna 51.1"

91 Fort Pierce North 51.2"

92 Daytona Beach 51.3"

93 Port Orange 51.3"

94 Ormond Beach 51.3"

95 Samsula-Spruce Creek 51.3"

96 Palmer Ranch 51.3"

97 South Venice 51.3"

98 Laurel 51.3"

99 Venice 51.3"

100 Osprey 51.3"

The driest cities in Florida receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. St. Petersburg receives just 34.2 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. St. Petersburg gets just 34.2" 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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