Driest Cities in Mississippi

Top 64 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Mississippi

1 Byram 51.3"

2 Ridgeland 51.3"

3 Clinton 51.3"

4 Madison 51.3"

5 West Point 54.3"

6 Indianola 55.8"

7 Clarksdale 55.9"

8 Jackson 56.3"

9 Horn Lake 56.5"

10 Meridian 57.0"

11 Canton 57.1"

12 Pearl 57.4"

13 Flowood 57.4"

14 Richland 57.4"

15 Louisville 57.5"

16 Ripley 57.6"

17 Tupelo 57.9"

18 Senatobia 57.9"

19 Starkville 58.0"

20 Holly Springs 58.2"

21 Amory 58.5"

22 Columbus 58.5"

23 New Albany 58.6"

24 Corinth 58.8"

25 Petal 58.9"

26 Olive Branch 59.2"

27 Southaven 59.2"

28 Hernando 59.2"

29 Cleveland 59.3"

30 Laurel 59.6"

31 Natchez 60.1"

32 Yazoo City 60.4"

33 Booneville 60.4"

34 Oxford 60.5"

35 McComb 60.6"

36 Greenwood 60.7"

37 Pontotoc 60.8"

38 Grenada 61.5"

39 Brookhaven 61.6"

40 Brandon 61.6"

41 Vicksburg 61.7"

42 Latimer 61.7"

43 Gulf Park Estates 61.7"

44 St. Martin 61.7"

45 Moss Point 61.7"

46 Vancleave 61.7"

47 Biloxi 61.7"

48 D'Iberville 61.7"

49 Ocean Springs 61.7"

50 Gulf Hills 61.7"

51 Gautier 61.7"

52 Pascagoula 61.7"

53 Columbia 61.9"

54 Kosciusko 62.5"

55 Gulfport 62.8"

56 Leakesville 63.9"

57 West Hattiesburg 64.4"

58 Hattiesburg 64.4"

59 Waveland 65.0"

60 Bay St. Louis 65.0"

61 Diamondhead 65.0"

62 Picayune 66.7"

63 Pass Christian 68.2"

64 Long Beach 68.2"

The driest cities in Mississippi receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Byram receives just 51.3 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. Byram gets just 51.3" 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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