Driest Cities in Emilia-Romagna

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Emilia-Romagna

1 Lido Adriano 25.8"

2 Cervia 28.9"

3 Ravenna 30.1"

4 Faenza 30.1"

5 Lugo 30.1"

6 Alfonsine 30.1"

7 Massa Lombarda 30.1"

8 Bagnacavallo 30.1"

9 Comacchio 30.1"

10 Castel Bolognese 30.1"

11 Portomaggiore 30.1"

12 Argenta 30.1"

13 Russi 30.1"

14 Fusignano 30.1"

15 Copparo 31.8"

16 Codigoro 31.8"

17 Parma 32.2"

18 Guastalla 32.2"

19 Novellara 32.2"

20 Sant'Ilario d'Enza 32.2"

21 Bagnolo in Piano 32.2"

22 Castelnovo di Sotto 32.2"

23 Sorbolo 32.2"

24 Colorno 32.2"

25 Cadelbosco di Sopra 32.2"

26 Boretto 32.2"

27 Piacenza 33.1"

28 Castel San Giovanni 33.1"

29 San Nicolò a Trebbia 33.1"

30 Podenzano 33.1"

31 Borgonovo Valtidone 33.1"

32 Carpi 33.5"

33 Mirandola 33.5"

34 Correggio 33.5"

35 San Felice sul Panaro 33.5"

36 Reggiolo 33.5"

37 Fabbrico 33.5"

38 Novi di Modena 33.5"

39 Cavezzo 33.5"

40 Rio Saliceto 33.5"

41 Fidenza 34.2"

42 Salsomaggiore Terme 34.2"

43 Fiorenzuola d'Arda 34.2"

44 Noceto 34.2"

45 Collecchio 34.2"

46 Pontenure 34.2"

47 Bologna 35.7"

48 Imola 35.7"

49 Casalecchio di Reno 35.7"

50 San Lazzaro 35.7"

51 Cento 35.7"

52 Castel Maggiore 35.7"

53 Progresso 35.7"

54 Castel San Pietro Terme 35.7"

55 Molinella 35.7"

56 Castenaso 35.7"

57 Budrio 35.7"

58 Ozzano dell'Emilia 35.7"

59 Medicina-Buda 35.7"

60 Pianoro 35.7"

61 San Pietro in Casale 35.7"

62 Calderara di Reno 35.7"

63 Pieve di Cento 35.7"

64 Sasso Marconi 35.7"

65 San Giorgio di Piano 35.7"

66 Granarolo dell'Emilia e Viadagola 35.7"

67 Rastignano-Carteria di Sesto 35.7"

68 Modena 35.7"

69 Sassuolo 35.7"

70 Formigine 35.7"

71 Vignola 35.7"

72 Castelfranco Emilia 35.7"

73 Fiorano 35.7"

74 Zola Predosa 35.7"

75 San Giovanni in Persiceto 35.7"

76 Rubiera 35.7"

77 Nonantola 35.7"

78 Maranello 35.7"

79 Pavullo nel Frignano 35.7"

80 Crevalcore 35.7"

81 Anzola dell'Emilia 35.7"

82 Spilamberto 35.7"

83 Soliera 35.7"

84 Castelnuovo Rangone 35.7"

85 Campogalliano 35.7"

86 Bazzano 35.7"

87 Veggia-Villalunga 35.7"

88 San Martino in Rio 35.7"

89 Sant'Agata Bolognese 35.7"

90 Decima 35.7"

91 Ferrara 36.1"

92 Finale Emilia 36.1"

93 Bondeno 36.1"

94 Poggio Renatico 36.1"

95 Rimini 37.6"

96 Riccione 37.6"

97 Cesenatico 37.6"

98 Bellaria-Igea Marina 37.6"

99 Cattolica 37.6"

100 Savignano sul Rubicone 37.6"

The driest cities in Emilia-Romagna receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Lido Adriano receives just 25.8 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. Lido Adriano gets just 25.8" 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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