Driest Cities in Grand Est

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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All Countries · France · Grand Est

Driest Cities — Grand Est

1 Romilly-sur-Seine 23.9"

2 Châlons-en-Champagne 24.7"

3 Saint-Memmie 24.7"

4 Sézanne 24.8"

5 Nogent-sur-Seine 24.9"

6 Mourmelon-le-Grand 25.8"

7 Commercy 27.2"

8 Vitry-le-François 28.0"

9 Saint-Mihiel 28.7"

10 Ligny-en-Barrois 29.7"

11 Chaumont 29.8"

12 Rethel 30.7"

13 Sainte-Menehould 30.9"

14 Bar-le-Duc 30.9"

15 Neufchâteau 30.9"

16 Verdun 31.0"

17 Bar-sur-Aube 31.7"

18 Saint-Dizier 32.3"

19 Langres 32.5"

20 Mulhouse 33.5"

21 Colmar 33.5"

22 Wittenheim 33.5"

23 Illzach 33.5"

24 Kingersheim 33.5"

25 Pfastatt 33.5"

26 Wintzenheim 33.5"

27 Ensisheim 33.5"

28 Lutterbach 33.5"

29 Sausheim 33.5"

30 Horbourg-Wihr 33.5"

31 Vittel 34.2"

32 Strasbourg 34.6"

33 Schiltigheim 34.6"

34 Illkirch-Graffenstaden 34.6"

35 Sélestat 34.6"

36 Lingolsheim 34.6"

37 Saverne 34.6"

38 Obernai 34.6"

39 Ostwald 34.6"

40 Molsheim 34.6"

41 Erstein 34.6"

42 Brumath 34.6"

43 Geispolsheim 34.6"

44 Souffelweyersheim 34.6"

45 Barr 34.6"

46 Mutzig 34.6"

47 Eckbolsheim 34.6"

48 Wasselonne 34.6"

49 Vendenheim 34.6"

50 Mundolsheim 34.6"

51 Benfeld 34.6"

52 Sedan 35.9"

53 Haguenau 36.0"

54 Bischwiller 36.0"

55 Wissembourg 36.0"

56 Troyes 36.7"

57 La Chapelle-Saint-Luc 36.7"

58 Saint-André-les-Vergers 36.7"

59 Sainte-Savine 36.7"

60 Saint-Julien-les-Villas 36.7"

61 Pont-Sainte-Marie 36.7"

62 Épernay 37.6"

63 Cormontreuil 37.6"

64 Nancy 37.7"

65 Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy 37.7"

66 Toul 37.7"

67 Laxou 37.7"

68 Villers-lès-Nancy 37.7"

69 Saint-Max 37.7"

70 Jarville-la-Malgrange 37.7"

71 Maxéville 37.7"

72 Malzéville 37.7"

73 Essey-lès-Nancy 37.7"

74 Tomblaine 37.7"

75 Mirecourt 37.7"

76 Ludres 37.7"

77 Neuves-Maisons 37.7"

78 Champigneulles 37.7"

79 Liverdun 37.7"

80 Heillecourt 37.7"

81 Laneuveville-devant-Nancy 37.7"

82 Lunéville 37.9"

83 Dombasle-sur-Meurthe 37.9"

84 Thaon-les-Vosges 37.9"

85 Saint-Nicolas-de-Port 37.9"

86 Rambervillers 37.9"

87 Seichamps 37.9"

88 Metz 38.2"

89 Montigny-lès-Metz 38.2"

90 Pont-à-Mousson 38.2"

91 Woippy 38.2"

92 Marly 38.2"

93 Rombas 38.2"

94 Maizières-lès-Metz 38.2"

95 Hagondange 38.2"

96 Jarny 38.2"

97 Talange 38.2"

98 Frouard 38.2"

99 Jœuf 38.2"

100 Homécourt 38.2"

The driest cities in Grand Est receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Romilly-sur-Seine receives just 23.9 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. Romilly-sur-Seine gets just 23.9" 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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