Driest Cities in Apulia

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Apulia

1 Monte Sant'Angelo 6.0"

2 San Giovanni Rotondo 7.4"

3 Cagnano Varano 7.4"

4 Mattinata 8.2"

5 Vico del Gargano 10.5"

6 San Marco in Lamis 10.7"

7 San Nicandro Garganico 13.7"

8 Vieste 14.3"

9 Lesina 15.4"

10 San Severo 16.3"

11 Apricena 16.3"

12 Manfredonia 16.5"

13 Torremaggiore 16.7"

14 San Paolo di Civitate 16.7"

15 Minervino Murge 17.5"

16 Trinitapoli 17.5"

17 Margherita di Savoia 17.5"

18 Andria 17.7"

19 Barletta 17.7"

20 Canosa di Puglia 18.0"

21 San Ferdinando di Puglia 18.0"

22 Trani 18.2"

23 Corato 18.2"

24 Ruvo di Puglia 18.2"

25 Lucera 18.3"

26 Cerignola 18.8"

27 Carapelle 19.3"

28 Molfetta 19.4"

29 Bisceglie 19.4"

30 Orta Nova 19.5"

31 Stornara 19.5"

32 Spinazzola 19.7"

33 Troia 19.7"

34 Foggia 19.8"

35 Terlizzi 19.8"

36 Giovinazzo 20.0"

37 San Vito dei Normanni 20.0"

38 Latiano 20.0"

39 Torre Santa Susanna 20.3"

40 Erchie 20.3"

41 Avetrana 20.3"

42 Gallipoli 20.6"

43 Ostuni 20.9"

44 Carovigno 20.9"

45 Francavilla Fontana 21.0"

46 Ceglie Messapica 21.0"

47 San Michele Salentino 21.0"

48 Manduria 21.0"

49 Sava 21.0"

50 Oria 21.0"

51 San Marzano di San Giuseppe 21.0"

52 Bitonto 21.1"

53 Modugno 21.1"

54 San Paolo 21.1"

55 Palo del Colle 21.1"

56 Grumo Appula 21.1"

57 Bitetto 21.1"

58 Bitritto 21.1"

59 Sannicandro di Bari 21.1"

60 Fasano 21.5"

61 Taviano 21.5"

62 Racale 21.5"

63 Ugento 21.5"

64 Melissano 21.5"

65 Nardò 21.5"

66 San Giorgio Ionico 21.6"

67 Lizzano 21.6"

68 Pulsano 21.6"

69 Carosino 21.6"

70 Monteiasi 21.6"

71 Fragagnano 21.6"

72 Bari 21.6"

73 Triggiano 21.6"

74 Noicattaro 21.6"

75 Casarano 21.6"

76 Adelfia 21.6"

77 Valenzano 21.6"

78 Galatone 21.6"

79 Capurso 21.6"

80 Matino 21.6"

81 Aradeo 21.6"

82 Parabita 21.6"

83 Collepasso 21.6"

84 Alezio 21.6"

85 Cellamare 21.6"

86 Neviano 21.6"

87 Tuglie 21.6"

88 Mola di Bari 21.8"

89 Rutigliano 21.8"

90 Taranto 21.9"

91 Cassano delle Murge 22.0"

92 Toritto 22.0"

93 Grottaglie 22.1"

94 Villa Castelli 22.1"

95 Martina Franca 22.2"

96 Cisternino 22.2"

97 Monopoli 22.2"

98 Polignano a Mare 22.2"

99 Taurisano 22.4"

100 Ruffano 22.4"

The driest cities in Apulia receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Monte Sant'Angelo receives just 6.0 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. Monte Sant'Angelo gets just 6.0" 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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