Driest Cities in Tuscany

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Tuscany

1 Monte Argentario 19.7"

2 Porto Santo Stefano 19.7"

3 Orbetello 21.0"

4 Portoferraio 22.2"

5 Piombino 23.1"

6 Abbadia San Salvatore 23.3"

7 Follonica 24.0"

8 Grosseto 24.8"

9 Venturina 25.2"

10 San Vincenzo 25.2"

11 Donoratico 26.5"

12 Massa Marittima 27.5"

13 Chianciano Terme 28.6"

14 Torrita di Siena 28.6"

15 Sinalunga 29.2"

16 Empoli 36.1"

17 San Miniato Basso 36.1"

18 Poggibonsi 36.1"

19 San Miniato 36.1"

20 Colle di Val d'Elsa 36.1"

21 Fucecchio 36.1"

22 Certaldo 36.1"

23 Castelfiorentino 36.1"

24 Santa Croce sull'Arno 36.1"

25 Montelupo Fiorentino 36.1"

26 Spicchio-Sovigliana 36.1"

27 Tavarnelle Val di Pesa 36.1"

28 Volterra 36.1"

29 San Casciano in Val di Pesa 36.1"

30 Capraia e Limite 36.1"

31 Arezzo 37.9"

32 Sansepolcro 37.9"

33 Castiglion Fiorentino 37.9"

34 Bibbiena 37.9"

35 Foiano della Chiana 37.9"

36 Camucia-Monsigliolo 37.9"

37 Siena 38.7"

38 Montevarchi 38.7"

39 San Giovanni Valdarno 38.7"

40 Figline Valdarno 38.7"

41 Ponte a Ema 38.7"

42 Terranuova Bracciolini 38.7"

43 Livorno 43.7"

44 Pisa 43.7"

45 Cascina 43.7"

46 Cecina 43.7"

47 Rosignano Solvay-Castiglioncello 43.7"

48 Pontedera 43.7"

49 Ponsacco 43.7"

50 Castelfranco di Sotto 43.7"

51 Tirrenia 43.7"

52 Santa Maria a Monte 43.7"

53 Fornacette 43.7"

54 Vicopisano 43.7"

55 Bientina 43.7"

56 Campo di Marte 46.7"

57 Pontassieve 46.7"

58 Borgo San Lorenzo 46.7"

59 Scarperia 46.7"

60 Bagno a Ripoli 46.7"

61 Pontremoli 58.4"

62 Florence 66.6"

63 Prato 66.6"

64 Pistoia 66.6"

65 Sesto Fiorentino 66.6"

66 Scandicci 66.6"

67 Campi Bisenzio 66.6"

68 Montecatini-Terme 66.6"

69 Montemurlo 66.6"

70 Fornacelle 66.6"

71 Agliana 66.6"

72 Monsummano Terme 66.6"

73 Calenzano 66.6"

74 Signa 66.6"

75 Lastra a Signa 66.6"

76 Quarrata 66.6"

77 Pieve a Nievole 66.6"

78 Vaiano 66.6"

79 Poggio A Caiano 66.6"

80 Margine Coperta-Traversagna 66.6"

81 Cantagrillo-Casalguidi 66.6"

82 Montale 66.6"

83 Seano 66.6"

84 San Donnino 66.6"

85 Barberino di Mugello 66.6"

86 Vernio 66.6"

87 Lamporecchio 66.6"

88 Massa 73.9"

89 Carrara 73.9"

90 Marina di Carrara 73.9"

91 Marina di Massa 73.9"

92 Pietrasanta 73.9"

93 Montignoso 73.9"

94 Ripa-Pozzi-Querceta-Ponterosso 73.9"

95 Capanne-Prato-Cinquale 73.9"

96 Forte dei Marmi 73.9"

97 Lucca 87.1"

98 Viareggio 87.1"

99 Capannori 87.1"

100 Camaiore 87.1"

The driest cities in Tuscany receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Monte Argentario receives just 19.7 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 Argentario gets just 19.7" 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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