Driest Cities in Mississippi

Top 68 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities - Mississippi

1 Greenville 49.0"
2 Ridgeland 51.3"
3 Byram 51.3"
4 Jackson 51.3"
5 Madison 51.3"
6 Clinton 51.3"
7 Greenwood 51.8"
8 Vicksburg 53.4"
9 Southaven 54.9"
10 Horn Lake 54.9"
11 Holly Springs 55.5"
12 Indianola 55.8"
13 Clarksdale 55.9"
14 Hernando 56.5"
15 Columbus 56.6"
16 Meridian 57.0"
17 Canton 57.1"
18 Pearl 57.3"
19 Brandon 57.3"
20 Flowood 57.3"
21 Richland 57.3"
22 West Point 57.5"
23 Louisville 57.5"
24 Amory 57.5"
25 New Albany 57.6"
26 Ripley 57.6"
27 Tupelo 57.7"
28 Senatobia 57.9"
29 Starkville 58.0"
30 Batesville 58.2"
31 Natchez 58.7"
32 Corinth 58.8"
33 West Hattiesburg 58.9"
34 Hattiesburg 58.9"
35 Petal 58.9"
36 Pontotoc 59.1"
37 Olive Branch 59.2"
38 Cleveland 59.3"
39 Laurel 59.6"
40 Yazoo City 60.4"
41 Booneville 60.4"
42 Oxford 60.5"
43 Philadelphia 60.5"
44 McComb 60.6"
45 Grenada 61.5"
46 Brookhaven 61.6"
47 Forest 61.6"
48 Moss Point 61.7"
49 Pascagoula 61.7"
50 Gautier 61.7"
51 Columbia 61.9"
52 Kosciusko 62.5"
53 Gulfport 62.8"
54 Biloxi 62.8"
55 D'Iberville 62.8"
56 Long Beach 62.8"
57 Pass Christian 62.8"
58 Leakesville 63.7"
59 Bay St. Louis 65.0"
60 Waveland 65.0"
61 Gulf Park Estates 65.9"
62 Latimer 65.9"
63 Ocean Springs 65.9"
64 St. Martin 65.9"
65 Diamondhead 65.9"
66 Gulf Hills 65.9"
67 Picayune 66.7"
68 Vancleave 70.9"

The driest cities in Mississippi receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Greenville receives just 49.0 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. Greenville gets just 49.0" 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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