Driest Cities in Leinster

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Leinster

1 Kildare 31.5"

2 Cherryville 31.5"

3 Bray 31.7"

4 Shankill 31.7"

5 Little Bray 31.7"

6 Carlow 32.9"

7 Athy 32.9"

8 Droichead Nua 33.8"

9 Naas 33.8"

10 Birr 34.3"

11 Blessington 34.3"

12 Eadestown 34.3"

13 Sallins 34.3"

14 Arklow 35.4"

15 Kilkenny 35.6"

16 Greystones 35.9"

17 Kilquade 35.9"

18 Wicklow 36.6"

19 Athlone 37.3"

20 Portlaoise 37.9"

21 Portarlington 37.9"

22 Trim 38.0"

23 Newtown Trim 38.0"

24 Wexford 39.3"

25 Dundalk 40.2"

26 An Muileann gCearr 40.3"

27 Gorey 40.3"

28 Tullamore 41.1"

29 New Ross 41.6"

30 Longford 41.7"

31 Dublin 41.7"

32 Swords 41.7"

33 Dún Laoghaire 41.7"

34 Sandyford 41.7"

35 Balbriggan 41.7"

36 Malahide 41.7"

37 Donaghmede 41.7"

38 Foxrock 41.7"

39 Marino 41.7"

40 Laytown 41.7"

41 Donnybrook 41.7"

42 Skerries 41.7"

43 Cabinteely 41.7"

44 Portmarnock 41.7"

45 An Ros 41.7"

46 Balally 41.7"

47 Sandymount 41.7"

48 Blackrock 41.7"

49 Beaumont 41.7"

50 Howth 41.7"

51 Ringsend 41.7"

52 Baldoyle 41.7"

53 Mount Merrion 41.7"

54 Lusk 41.7"

55 Donnycarney 41.7"

56 Donabate 41.7"

57 Raheny 41.7"

58 Booterstown 41.7"

59 Sallynoggin 41.7"

60 Dalkey 41.7"

61 Kinsealy-Drinan 41.7"

62 Sutton 41.7"

63 Darndale 41.7"

64 Monkstown 41.7"

65 Artane 41.7"

66 Killester 41.7"

67 Dollymount 41.7"

68 Enniscorthy 41.8"

69 Edenderry 43.1"

70 South Dublin 43.2"

71 Tallaght 43.2"

72 Drogheda 43.2"

73 Navan 43.2"

74 Celbridge 43.2"

75 Finglas 43.2"

76 Rathfarnham 43.2"

77 Blanchardstown 43.2"

78 Leixlip 43.2"

79 Lucan 43.2"

80 Knocklyon 43.2"

81 Maynooth 43.2"

82 Clondalkin 43.2"

83 Ashbourne 43.2"

84 Dundrum 43.2"

85 Crumlin 43.2"

86 Palmerstown 43.2"

87 Rathmines 43.2"

88 Jobstown 43.2"

89 Oldbawn 43.2"

90 Ballyboden 43.2"

91 Ratoath 43.2"

92 Ballyfermot 43.2"

93 Ballinteer 43.2"

94 Rathgar 43.2"

95 Castleknock 43.2"

96 Cherry Orchard 43.2"

97 Terenure 43.2"

98 Clane 43.2"

99 Dunboyne 43.2"

100 Templeogue 43.2"

The driest cities in Leinster receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Kildare receives just 31.5 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. Kildare gets just 31.5" 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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