Driest Cities in Malaysia

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Malaysia

1 Kuala Pilah 05 73.7"

2 Gemencheh 05 74.1"

3 Alor Gajah 04 74.8"

4 Machap 04 74.8"

5 Kampung Machap Baru 04 74.8"

6 Tampin 05 74.8"

7 Pulau Sebang 04 74.8"

8 Pantai Belimbing 04 74.8"

9 Changloon 02 75.2"

10 Kampung Pering 02 75.2"

11 Taman Pelangi 01 75.2"

12 Bahau 05 75.6"

13 Rembau 05 75.6"

14 Gemas 05 76.0"

15 Sintok 02 76.1"

16 Bagan Datuk 07 76.1"

17 Bagan Datoh 07 76.1"

18 Tangkak 01 76.3"

19 Pokok Sena 02 76.3"

20 Kuala Nerang 02 76.3"

21 Bukit Gambir 01 76.3"

22 Bemban 04 76.5"

23 Taman Senawang Indah 05 76.7"

24 Seremban 05 76.7"

25 Seremban 3 05 76.7"

26 Bandar Sri Sendayan 05 76.7"

27 Seremban 2 05 76.7"

28 Taman Seremban Jaya 05 76.7"

29 Kampung Kunak 16 76.8"

30 Gerisek 01 77.2"

31 Kampung Titi Tinggi 08 77.2"

32 Kampung Chuping 08 77.2"

33 Kobang 16 77.6"

34 Batu Anam 01 78.0"

35 Buloh Kasap 01 78.0"

36 Segamat 01 78.0"

37 Kemayan 06 78.4"

38 Kuala Sungai Baru 04 78.5"

39 Kampong Masjid Tanah 04 78.5"

40 Keningau 16 78.7"

41 Titi 05 78.7"

42 Kepala Batas 02 78.9"

43 Jitra 02 78.9"

44 Alor Merah 02 78.9"

45 Anak Bukit 02 78.9"

46 Gunong 02 78.9"

47 Malacca 04 79.1"

48 Kawasan Perindustrian Cheng 04 79.1"

49 Kampung Bertam Ulu 04 79.1"

50 Kampung Kerubong 04 79.1"

51 Durian Tunggal 04 79.1"

52 Rembia 04 79.1"

53 Kampung Cheng 04 79.1"

54 Kampung Ayer Keroh 04 79.1"

55 Klebang Besar 04 79.1"

56 Batu Berendam 04 79.1"

57 Ayer Molek 04 79.1"

58 Kampung Tanjung Keling 04 79.1"

59 Bukit Rambai 04 79.1"

60 Kampung Bukit Baharu 04 79.1"

61 Kampung Ayer Molek 04 79.1"

62 Kampung Tanjung Minyak 04 79.1"

63 Kampung Oran 08 79.3"

64 Kangar 08 79.3"

65 Padang Besar 02 79.3"

66 Kampung Hutan Arau 08 79.3"

67 Semporna 16 79.5"

68 Kemajuan Tanah Rentam 06 79.5"

69 Sungai Udang 04 79.5"

70 Rompin 05 79.6"

71 Tenom 16 79.7"

72 Lumut 07 79.8"

73 Pangkor 07 79.8"

74 Lahad Datu 16 79.8"

75 Bandar Springhill 05 80.1"

76 Kampung Selang 01 80.2"

77 Semenyih 12 80.3"

78 Seminyih 12 80.3"

79 Lenggeng 05 80.3"

80 FELDA Maokil 01 80.8"

81 Merlimau 04 81.2"

82 Kampung Umbai 04 81.2"

83 Kuala Perlis 08 81.4"

84 Pagoh 01 81.5"

85 Kampung Jerlun 02 81.6"

86 Tawau 16 81.7"

87 Sitiawan 07 81.8"

88 Seri Manjung 07 81.8"

89 Bandar Nabawan 16 81.9"

90 Mentakab 06 82.2"

91 Temerluh 06 82.2"

92 Teluk Mas 04 82.2"

93 Sepang 12 82.7"

94 Kampung Baharu Nilai 05 82.7"

95 Bandar Baru Enstek 05 82.7"

96 Pasir Panjang 05 83.3"

97 Kampung Teluk Kemang 05 83.3"

98 Bakri 01 83.7"

99 Muar 01 83.7"

100 Hutan Melintang 07 84.3"

The driest cities in Malaysia receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Kuala Pilah receives just 73.7 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. Kuala Pilah gets just 73.7" 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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