Driest Cities in Centre-Val de Loire

Top 71 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Centre-Val de Loire

1 Châteaudun 24.4"

2 Beaugency 25.3"

3 Meung-sur-Loire 25.3"

4 La Ferté-Saint-Aubin 25.7"

5 Nogent-le-Rotrou 26.5"

6 Romorantin-Lanthenay 26.6"

7 Vendôme 26.8"

8 Gien 26.9"

9 Salbris 26.9"

10 Loches 27.4"

11 Vierzon 27.5"

12 Mehun-sur-Yèvre 27.9"

13 Briare 27.9"

14 Saint-Amand-Montrond 28.0"

15 Issoudun 28.5"

16 Aubigny-sur-Nère 28.5"

17 Le Blanc 29.2"

18 Châteauroux 29.4"

19 Le Poinçonnet 29.4"

20 Déols 29.4"

21 Argenton-sur-Creuse 31.0"

22 Monts 31.5"

23 Fondettes 31.5"

24 Tours 31.5"

25 La Riche 31.5"

26 Chambray-lès-Tours 31.5"

27 Ballan-Miré 31.5"

28 Luynes 31.5"

29 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps 31.5"

30 Saint-Avertin 31.5"

31 Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire 31.5"

32 Veigné 31.5"

33 Joué-lès-Tours 31.5"

34 Villemandeur 31.6"

35 Châlette-sur-Loing 31.6"

36 Pithiviers 31.6"

37 Montargis 31.6"

38 Sully-sur-Loire 31.6"

39 Vineuil 31.8"

40 Mer 31.8"

41 Blois 31.8"

42 Saint-Pryvé-Saint-Mesmin 32.8"

43 La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin 32.8"

44 Châteauneuf-sur-Loire 32.8"

45 Saran 32.8"

46 Orléans 32.8"

47 Olivet 32.8"

48 Fleury-les-Aubrais 32.8"

49 Saint-Jean-de-Braye 32.8"

50 Saint-Jean-de-la-Ruelle 32.8"

51 Saint-Denis-en-Val 32.8"

52 Chécy 32.8"

53 Ingré 32.8"

54 Saint-Jean-le-Blanc 32.8"

55 Amilly 33.0"

56 Luisant 33.1"

57 Épernon 33.1"

58 Chartres 33.1"

59 Dreux 33.1"

60 Lucé 33.1"

61 Vernouillet 33.1"

62 Mainvilliers 33.1"

63 Château-Renault 33.5"

64 Amboise 33.5"

65 Montlouis-sur-Loire 33.5"

66 Chinon 34.1"

67 Saint-Doulchard 39.3"

68 Saint-Florent-sur-Cher 39.3"

69 Bourges 39.3"

70 Saint-Germain-du-Puy 39.3"

71 Malesherbes 40.3"

The driest cities in Centre-Val de Loire receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Châteaudun receives just 24.4 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. Châteaudun gets just 24.4" 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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