Driest Cities in Wales

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Wales

1 Prestatyn 29.1"

2 Holyhead 32.2"

3 Rhyl 33.1"

4 Denbigh 33.1"

5 Milford Haven 36.8"

6 Welshpool 37.7"

7 Haverfordwest 37.8"

8 Pembroke Dock 37.8"

9 Pembroke 37.8"

10 Abergele 39.7"

11 Ruthin 40.4"

12 Newtown 41.0"

13 Monmouth 41.2"

14 Colwyn Bay 41.5"

15 Llandudno 41.5"

16 Deganwy 41.5"

17 Cardigan 43.2"

18 Ebbw Vale 43.9"

19 Brynmawr 43.9"

20 Tredegar 43.9"

21 Abergavenny 43.9"

22 Blaenavon 43.9"

23 Swansea 44.3"

24 Bangor 45.0"

25 Burry Port 45.0"

26 Aberystwyth 45.7"

27 Chepstow 45.7"

28 Wrexham 45.7"

29 Buckley 45.7"

30 Deeside 45.7"

31 Flint 45.7"

32 Hawarden 45.7"

33 Rhosllannerchrugog 45.7"

34 Brymbo 45.7"

35 Mold 45.7"

36 Broughton 45.7"

37 Coedpoeth 45.7"

38 Gresford 45.7"

39 Caernarfon 46.9"

40 Llanelli 47.5"

41 Gorseinon 47.5"

42 Pontarddulais 47.5"

43 Neath 47.6"

44 Briton Ferry 47.6"

45 Cwmafan 47.6"

46 Carmarthen 50.0"

47 Cardiff 52.1"

48 Newport 52.1"

49 Cwmbran 52.1"

50 Pontypool 52.1"

51 Caerphilly 52.1"

52 Penarth 52.1"

53 Risca 52.1"

54 Blackwood 52.1"

55 Whitchurch 52.1"

56 Bargoed 52.1"

57 Caldicot 52.1"

58 Rhiwbina 52.1"

59 Abertillery 52.1"

60 Abercarn 52.1"

61 Llandaff 52.1"

62 Caerleon 52.1"

63 Bedwas 52.1"

64 Dinas Powys 52.1"

65 Thornhill 52.1"

66 Newbridge 52.1"

67 New Inn 52.1"

68 Crumlin 52.1"

69 Magor 52.1"

70 Undy 52.1"

71 Hengoed 52.1"

72 Ammanford 52.1"

73 Clydach 52.1"

74 Brynamman 52.1"

75 Llandrindod Wells 53.6"

76 Ystalyfera 54.2"

77 Holywell 54.8"

78 Rhymney 55.4"

79 Brecon 58.6"

80 Ystradgynlais 62.5"

81 Tonypandy 69.6"

82 Rhondda 69.6"

83 Barry 69.6"

84 Bridgend 69.6"

85 Merthyr Tydfil 69.6"

86 Coity 69.6"

87 Aberdare 69.6"

88 Pontypridd 69.6"

89 Maesteg 69.6"

90 Gelligaer 69.6"

91 Porthcawl 69.6"

92 Llantrisant 69.6"

93 Llantwit Major 69.6"

94 Pyle 69.6"

95 Nelson 69.6"

96 Treharris 69.6"

97 Mountain Ash 69.6"

98 Aberkenfig 69.6"

99 Tonyrefail 69.6"

100 Pencoed 69.6"

The driest cities in Wales receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Prestatyn receives just 29.1 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. Prestatyn gets just 29.1" 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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