Driest Cities in Lithuania

Top 71 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Lithuania

1 Joniškis 61 23.0"

2 Kėdainiai 57 23.2"

3 Panevėžys 60 23.5"

4 Pasvalys 60 23.5"

5 Jonava 57 23.7"

6 Ukmerge 65 23.7"

7 Druskininkai 56 23.7"

8 Vilkaviskis 59 23.9"

9 Radviliskis 61 23.9"

10 Marijampolė 59 23.9"

11 Kaunas 57 24.0"

12 Eiguliai 57 24.0"

13 Aleksotas 57 24.0"

14 Šilainiai 57 24.0"

15 Dainava (Kaunas) 57 24.0"

16 Domeikava 57 24.0"

17 Garliava 57 24.1"

18 Kazlų Rūda 59 24.2"

19 Prienai 57 24.2"

20 Kaišiadorys 57 24.2"

21 Kupiskis 60 24.4"

22 Širvintos 65 24.4"

23 Anykščiai 64 24.4"

24 Šiauliai 61 24.5"

25 Kybartai 59 24.5"

26 Birzai 60 24.5"

27 Alytus 56 24.5"

28 Elektrėnai 65 24.7"

29 Naujoji Akmene 61 24.9"

30 Visaginas 64 25.0"

31 Zarasai 64 25.2"

32 Molėtai 64 25.4"

33 Ignalina 64 25.4"

34 Rokiškis 60 25.4"

35 Grigiškės 65 25.5"

36 Utena 64 25.5"

37 Lazdynai 65 25.6"

38 Vilnius 65 25.6"

39 Trakai 65 25.6"

40 Varėna 56 25.6"

41 Antakalnis 65 25.6"

42 Fabijoniškės 65 25.6"

43 Naujoji Vilnia 65 25.6"

44 Šeškinė 65 25.6"

45 Pašilaičiai 65 25.6"

46 Karoliniškės 65 25.6"

47 Justiniškės 65 25.6"

48 Naujamiestis 65 25.6"

49 Vilkpėdė 65 25.6"

50 Kuršėnai 61 25.6"

51 Pilaitė 65 25.6"

52 Rasos 65 25.6"

53 Nemenčinė 65 25.7"

54 Lentvaris 65 25.7"

55 Pabradė 65 25.9"

56 Šalčininkai 65 25.9"

57 Naujininkai 65 25.9"

58 Raseiniai 57 26.5"

59 Jurbarkas 62 26.7"

60 Švenčionys 65 26.9"

61 Kelmė 61 27.4"

62 Palanga 58 29.1"

63 Mazeikiai 63 29.1"

64 Klaipėda 58 29.6"

65 Kretinga 58 30.0"

66 Taurage 62 30.3"

67 Telsiai 63 30.8"

68 Silute 58 31.0"

69 Skuodas 58 31.1"

70 Gargždai 58 31.1"

71 Plunge 63 31.8"

The driest cities in Lithuania receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Joniškis receives just 23.0 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. Joniškis gets just 23.0" 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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