Driest Cities in Jamaica

Top 38 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Jamaica

1 Spanish Town 10 39.1"

2 Portmore 10 39.1"

3 Lionel Town 01 39.2"

4 Old Harbour 10 40.7"

5 Old Harbour Bay 10 40.7"

6 May Pen 01 43.0"

7 Hayes 01 43.0"

8 Kingston 17 52.0"

9 Torrington Park 08 52.0"

10 Mountain View Gardens 08 52.0"

11 Penwood 08 55.2"

12 Above Rocks 10 55.2"

13 Point Hill 10 58.0"

14 Linstead 10 58.0"

15 Bog Walk 10 58.0"

16 Lucea 02 61.1"

17 Falmouth 15 61.3"

18 Port Maria 13 63.2"

19 Runaway Bay 09 64.3"

20 Yallahs 14 64.7"

21 Ocho Rios 09 66.7"

22 Bull Savannah 11 67.4"

23 Santa Cruz 11 67.8"

24 Annotto Bay 13 68.9"

25 Saint Ann’s Bay 09 69.8"

26 Ewarton 10 70.5"

27 Morant Bay 14 70.8"

28 Porus 04 71.5"

29 Constant Spring 08 71.6"

30 Half Way Tree 08 71.6"

31 New Kingston 08 71.6"

32 Stony Hill 08 71.6"

33 Mandeville 04 72.2"

34 Savanna-la-Mar 16 72.5"

35 Barbican 02 75.1"

36 Montego Bay 12 75.4"

37 Tower Hill 08 85.3"

38 Port Antonio 07 90.9"

The driest cities in Jamaica receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Spanish Town receives just 39.1 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. Spanish Town gets just 39.1" 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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