Driest Cities in Indonesia

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Indonesia

1 Ende 18 24.8"

2 Waingapu 18 26.2"

3 Banjar 02 29.9"

4 Lovina 02 29.9"

5 Singaraja 02 29.9"

6 Seririt 02 29.9"

7 Sumbawa Besar 17 35.0"

8 Panarukan 08 36.9"

9 Balung 08 36.9"

10 Panji 08 36.9"

11 Situbondo 08 36.9"

12 Srono 08 36.9"

13 Negara 02 36.9"

14 Muncar 08 36.9"

15 Pasuruan 08 37.5"

16 Bangil 08 37.5"

17 Lewoleba 18 37.6"

18 Kefamenanu 18 40.2"

19 Lembar 17 40.4"

20 Mataram 17 40.4"

21 Soe 18 41.7"

22 Kupang 18 44.7"

23 Sengkang 38 47.0"

24 Ciranjang-hilir 30 47.3"

25 Padalarang 30 47.3"

26 Banjaran 30 47.3"

27 Cimahi 30 47.3"

28 Lembang 30 47.3"

29 Leuwiliang 30 47.3"

30 Bandung 30 47.3"

31 Banjar 30 47.3"

32 Pameungpeuk 30 47.3"

33 Margahayukencana 30 47.3"

34 Soreang 30 47.3"

35 Kalabahi 18 49.3"

36 Bima 17 49.4"

37 Dompu 17 49.4"

38 Ponorogo 08 49.5"

39 Trenggalek 08 49.5"

40 Taliwang 17 50.5"

41 Besuki 08 50.5"

42 Tiakur 28 51.4"

43 Atambua 18 54.5"

44 Namlea 28 55.0"

45 Indramayu 30 55.5"

46 Plumbon 30 55.5"

47 Jatiwangi 30 55.5"

48 Arjawinangun 30 55.5"

49 Karangampel 30 55.5"

50 Klangenan 30 55.5"

51 Palimanan 30 55.5"

52 Cirebon 30 55.5"

53 Jatibarang 30 55.5"

54 Weru 30 55.5"

55 Gorontalo 34 57.2"

56 Sumenep 08 57.6"

57 Kalianget 08 57.6"

58 Pare 08 58.2"

59 Kediri 08 58.2"

60 Gampengrejo 08 58.2"

61 Blitar 08 58.2"

62 Kedungwaru 08 58.2"

63 Ngunut 08 58.2"

64 Boyolangu 08 58.2"

65 Tulungagung 08 58.2"

66 Lawang 08 58.9"

67 Singosari 08 58.9"

68 Pakisaji 08 58.9"

69 Gongdanglegi Kulon 08 58.9"

70 Dampit 08 58.9"

71 Kepanjen 08 58.9"

72 Malang 08 58.9"

73 Sumberpucung 08 58.9"

74 Batu 08 58.9"

75 Kencong 08 60.2"

76 Lhokseumawe 01 60.4"

77 Rembangan 07 60.6"

78 Lasem 07 60.6"

79 Sidoarjo 08 60.6"

80 Tulangan Utara 08 60.6"

81 Pandaan 08 60.6"

82 Tanggulangin 08 60.6"

83 Ngoro 08 60.6"

84 Mojoagung 08 60.6"

85 Prigen 08 60.6"

86 Buduran 08 60.6"

87 Mojokerto 08 60.6"

88 Soko 08 60.6"

89 Driyorejo 08 60.6"

90 Gedangan 08 60.6"

91 Krian 08 60.6"

92 Pamanukan 30 60.9"

93 Dukuhturi 07 61.0"

94 Tarub 07 61.0"

95 Tegal 07 61.0"

96 Lebaksiu 07 61.0"

97 Bulakamba 07 61.0"

98 Margasari 07 61.0"

99 Balapulang 07 61.0"

100 Adiwerna 07 61.0"

The driest cities in Indonesia receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Ende receives just 24.8 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. Ende gets just 24.8" 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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