Driest Cities in Rhône-Alpes

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Rhône-Alpes

1 Montluçon 26.6"

2 Domérat 26.6"

3 Sainte-Sigolène 27.1"

4 Le Puy-en-Velay 27.1"

5 Yssingeaux 27.1"

6 Commentry 28.4"

7 Saint-Pourçain-sur-Sioule 28.6"

8 Saint-François 29.5"

9 Moulins 29.5"

10 Yzeure 29.8"

11 Clermont-Ferrand 30.9"

12 Pont-du-Château 30.9"

13 Gerzat 30.9"

14 Châtel-Guyon 30.9"

15 Aubière 30.9"

16 Gannat 30.9"

17 Beaumont 30.9"

18 Chamalières 30.9"

19 Riom 30.9"

20 Lempdes 30.9"

21 Cébazat 30.9"

22 Aurillac 31.7"

23 Arpajon-sur-Cère 31.7"

24 Saint-Flour 32.4"

25 Sury-le-Comtal 34.1"

26 Aurec-sur-Loire 34.1"

27 Feurs 34.1"

28 Saint-Just-Saint-Rambert 34.1"

29 Montbrison 34.1"

30 Monistrol-sur-Loire 34.1"

31 Roanne 34.3"

32 Riorges 34.3"

33 Le Coteau 34.3"

34 Mably 34.3"

35 Annonay 34.5"

36 Bourg-de-Péage 34.7"

37 Valence 34.7"

38 La Voulte-sur-Rhône 34.7"

39 Tournon-sur-Rhône 34.7"

40 Romans-sur-Isère 34.7"

41 Guilherand-Granges 34.7"

42 Tain-l'Hermitage 34.7"

43 Portes-lès-Valence 34.7"

44 Chabeuil 34.7"

45 Livron-sur-Drôme 34.7"

46 Saint-Péray 34.7"

47 Bourg-lès-Valence 34.7"

48 Saint-Genis-les-Ollières 35.0"

49 Lentilly 35.0"

50 Anse 35.0"

51 Amplepuis 35.0"

52 Villefranche-sur-Saône 35.0"

53 Tarare 35.0"

54 Gleizé 35.0"

55 Belleville 35.0"

56 L'Arbresle 35.0"

57 Lyon 35.0"

58 Corbas 35.0"

59 Pierre-Bénite 35.0"

60 Feyzin 35.0"

61 Chassieu 35.0"

62 Irigny 35.0"

63 Mions 35.0"

64 L'Isle-d'Abeau 35.0"

65 Francheville 35.0"

66 Brignais 35.0"

67 Genas 35.0"

68 Grigny-sur-Rhône 35.0"

69 Saint-Fons 35.0"

70 Roussillon 35.0"

71 Lyon 08 35.0"

72 Lyon 07 35.0"

73 Givors 35.0"

74 Vénissieux 35.0"

75 Chasse-sur-Rhône 35.0"

76 Villefontaine 35.0"

77 La Mulatière 35.0"

78 Saint-Genis-Laval 35.0"

79 Saint-Priest 35.0"

80 Pont-Évêque 35.0"

81 Le Péage-de-Roussillon 35.0"

82 Bron 35.0"

83 Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon 35.0"

84 Vienne 35.0"

85 Saint-Quentin-Fallavier 35.0"

86 Oullins 35.0"

87 Saint-Bonnet-de-Mure 35.0"

88 La Verpillière 35.0"

89 Privas 35.9"

90 Le Teil 35.9"

91 Aubenas 35.9"

92 Bourg-Saint-Andéol 35.9"

93 Pierrelatte 35.9"

94 Andrézieux-Bouthéon 37.3"

95 Veauche 37.3"

96 Saint-Étienne 37.3"

97 La Grand-Croix 37.3"

98 La Ricamarie 37.3"

99 Mornant 37.3"

100 Chaponost 37.3"

The driest cities in Rhône-Alpes receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Montluçon receives just 26.6 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. Montluçon gets just 26.6" 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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