Driest Cities in Sicily

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Sicily

1 Gela 15.2"

2 Licata 15.6"

3 Niscemi 16.4"

4 Acate 16.4"

5 Agrigento 17.0"

6 Favara 17.0"

7 Porto Empedocle 17.0"

8 San Leone Mosè 17.0"

9 Villaseta 17.0"

10 Riesi 17.1"

11 Ravanusa 17.1"

12 Campobello di Licata 17.1"

13 Santa Croce Camerina 17.2"

14 Palma di Montechiaro 17.4"

15 Naro 17.4"

16 Mazzarino 17.6"

17 Ribera 17.7"

18 Vittoria 18.0"

19 Comiso 18.0"

20 Caltanissetta 18.1"

21 Pietraperzia 18.1"

22 Raffadali 18.2"

23 Aragona 18.2"

24 Pachino 18.2"

25 Mirabella Imbaccari 18.3"

26 Scicli 18.4"

27 Rosolini 18.5"

28 Pozzallo 18.5"

29 Ispica 18.5"

30 Racalmuto 18.5"

31 Grotte 18.5"

32 Canicattì 18.5"

33 San Cataldo 18.5"

34 Sommatino 18.5"

35 Serradifalco 18.5"

36 Marsala 18.6"

37 Ramacca 18.6"

38 Petrosino 18.6"

39 Pantelleria 18.6"

40 Caltagirone 18.7"

41 Grammichele 18.7"

42 Mazara del Vallo 18.7"

43 Campobello di Mazara 18.8"

44 Capaci 18.8"

45 Isola delle Femmine 18.8"

46 Barrafranca 19.1"

47 Menfi 19.1"

48 Cefalù 19.2"

49 Francofonte 19.3"

50 Castellammare del Golfo 19.3"

51 Paceco 19.3"

52 Mussomeli 19.4"

53 Santa Caterina Villarmosa 19.4"

54 Trapani 19.5"

55 Casa Santa 19.5"

56 Leonforte 19.5"

57 Valderice 19.5"

58 Siracusa 19.6"

59 Priolo Gargallo 19.6"

60 Agira 19.6"

61 Regalbuto 19.6"

62 Belvedere 19.6"

63 Cerda 19.6"

64 Sciacca 19.6"

65 Palagonia 19.6"

66 Sambuca di Sicilia 19.6"

67 Castelvetrano 19.7"

68 Augusta 19.7"

69 Salemi 19.7"

70 Partinico 19.8"

71 Avola 19.8"

72 Noto 19.8"

73 Cinisi 19.8"

74 Terrasini 19.8"

75 Borgetto 19.8"

76 Balestrate 19.8"

77 Alcamo 19.8"

78 Enna 19.8"

79 Ragusa 20.0"

80 Modica 20.0"

81 Piazza Armerina 20.0"

82 Valguarnera Caropepe 20.0"

83 Melilli 20.0"

84 Santa Margherita di Belice 20.0"

85 Partanna 20.1"

86 Floridia 20.4"

87 Sortino 20.4"

88 Solarino 20.4"

89 Canicattini Bagni 20.4"

90 Campofelice di Roccella 20.6"

91 Lercara Friddi 20.6"

92 Vizzini 20.6"

93 San Giovanni Gemini 20.7"

94 Casteltermini 20.7"

95 Cammarata 20.7"

96 San Giuseppe Jato 20.9"

97 San Cipirello 20.9"

98 Carini 20.9"

99 Palazzolo Acreide 21.3"

100 Nicosia 21.5"

The driest cities in Sicily receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Gela receives just 15.2 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. Gela gets just 15.2" 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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