Driest Cities in Johor

Top 74 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Johor

1 Taman Pelangi 75.2"

2 Bukit Gambir 76.3"

3 Tangkak 76.3"

4 Gerisek 77.2"

5 Batu Anam 78.0"

6 Segamat 78.0"

7 Buloh Kasap 78.0"

8 Kampung Selang 80.2"

9 FELDA Maokil 80.8"

10 Pagoh 81.5"

11 Muar 83.7"

12 Bakri 83.7"

13 Batu Pahat 84.6"

14 Parit Sulung 84.6"

15 Tongkang Pechah 84.6"

16 Kampung Bagan 84.6"

17 Parit Jawa 85.0"

18 Kampung Minyak Beku 85.2"

19 Parit Raja 86.7"

20 Chaah Bahru 86.9"

21 Yong Peng 86.9"

22 Chaah 87.8"

23 Rengit 87.8"

24 Labis 88.7"

25 Ayer Hitam 92.3"

26 Kampung Simpang Renggam 93.1"

27 Simpang Renggam 93.1"

28 Kawasan Penempatan Ulu Sungai Benut 93.1"

29 Niyor 94.5"

30 Kluang 94.5"

31 Layang Layang 95.4"

32 Paloh 97.0"

33 Bandar Tenggara 99.2"

34 Kampung Batu Empat 100.6"

35 Johor Bahru 104.2"

36 Pasir Gudang 104.2"

37 Bandar Penawar 104.2"

38 Pengerang 104.2"

39 Kampung Kangkar Teberau 104.2"

40 Felda Gugusan Adela 104.2"

41 Kemajuan Tanah Lok Heng Barat 104.2"

42 Bandar Seri Alam 104.2"

43 Pelentong 104.2"

44 Kota Tinggi 104.2"

45 Ulu Tiram 104.2"

46 Johor Jaya 104.2"

47 Taman Permas Jaya 104.2"

48 Masai 104.2"

49 Taman Scientex 104.2"

50 Kampung Pasir Gudang Baru 104.2"

51 Mersing 109.7"

52 Padang Endau 124.2"

53 Setia Tropika 125.8"

54 Bukit Indah 125.8"

55 Gelang Patah 125.8"

56 Kempas 125.8"

57 Iskandar Puteri 125.8"

58 Pekan Serkat 125.8"

59 Kulai 125.8"

60 Pontian Besar 125.8"

61 Kampung Sedenak 125.8"

62 Taman Senai 125.8"

63 Mukim Pulai 125.8"

64 Kampung Larkin Lama 125.8"

65 Kelapa Sawit 125.8"

66 Kawasan Penempatan Ulu Benut Tiga 125.8"

67 Kawasan Penempatan Ulu Benut Lima 125.8"

68 Perling 125.8"

69 Taman Universiti 125.8"

70 Horizon Hills 125.8"

71 Bandar Putra Kulai 125.8"

72 Kampung Jelutong Tengah 125.8"

73 Pekan Nenas 125.8"

74 Skudai 125.8"

The driest cities in Johor receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Taman Pelangi receives just 75.2 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. Taman Pelangi gets just 75.2" 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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