Driest Cities in Nigeria

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Nigeria

1 Damasak 27 12.3"

2 Geidam 44 13.5"

3 Kukawa 27 13.7"

4 Gashua 44 14.3"

5 Kumagunnam 44 14.7"

6 Monguno 27 14.8"

7 Gwio Kura 44 15.6"

8 Nguru 44 16.3"

9 Machina 44 16.4"

10 Ngala 27 16.5"

11 Gamboru 27 16.5"

12 Marte 27 16.8"

13 Dapchi 44 17.7"

14 Gorgoram 44 17.9"

15 Bornu Yassu 27 18.3"

16 Illela 51 18.3"

17 Birniwa 39 18.6"

18 Dankama 24 19.1"

19 Dikwa 27 19.4"

20 Magumeri 27 19.7"

21 Zango 24 19.8"

22 Goronyo 51 19.8"

23 Babura 39 20.0"

24 Jibia 24 20.2"

25 Gwadabawa 51 20.4"

26 Shinkafi 57 20.5"

27 Maiduguri 27 21.1"

28 Daura 24 21.4"

29 Wurno 51 21.5"

30 Binji 51 21.6"

31 Gumel 39 21.9"

32 Lajere 44 21.9"

33 Mallammaduri 39 21.9"

34 Ruma 24 22.0"

35 Katsina 24 22.0"

36 Rabah 51 22.6"

37 Benisheikh 27 22.6"

38 Moriki 57 22.6"

39 Dankalwa 44 22.7"

40 Katagum 46 22.7"

41 Damaturu 44 22.8"

42 Sokoto 51 22.9"

43 Mashi 24 23.1"

44 Hadejia 39 23.2"

45 Gamawa 46 23.5"

46 Gandi 51 23.6"

47 Gagarawa 39 23.7"

48 Batsari 24 23.9"

49 Wagini 24 23.9"

50 Konduga 27 24.1"

51 Bama 27 24.1"

52 Dange 51 24.3"

53 Potiskum 44 24.5"

54 Daura 44 24.8"

55 Kazaure 39 25.0"

56 Kafin Hausa 39 25.1"

57 Yajiwa 27 25.4"

58 Gujba 44 25.5"

59 Goniri 44 25.6"

60 Kangiwa 40 25.9"

61 Dambatta 29 26.1"

62 Argungu 40 26.6"

63 Talata Mafara 57 26.7"

64 Yanda Bayo 46 26.9"

65 Kaura Namoda 57 26.9"

66 Madara 46 27.3"

67 Tokombere 27 27.4"

68 Runka 24 27.7"

69 Dutsin-Ma 24 27.7"

70 Ringim 39 27.9"

71 Sade 46 28.1"

72 Azare 46 28.2"

73 Gwandu 40 28.7"

74 Nafada 55 28.8"

75 Gulma 40 28.8"

76 Damboa 27 28.9"

77 Maru 57 29.2"

78 Jikamshi 24 29.3"

79 Gaya 29 29.7"

80 Kano 29 29.9"

81 Zadawa 46 29.9"

82 Kiyawa 39 29.9"

83 Kari 46 30.1"

84 Tambuwal 51 30.2"

85 Dutse 39 30.4"

86 Gwoza 27 30.6"

87 Misau 46 30.8"

88 Kamba 40 30.9"

89 Birnin Kebbi 40 30.9"

90 Musawa 24 31.1"

91 Chakwama 39 31.3"

92 Gummi 57 31.4"

93 Gusau 57 31.5"

94 Wudil 29 31.6"

95 Jega 40 31.6"

96 Disina 46 31.7"

97 Madagali 35 31.7"

98 Anka 57 31.7"

99 Gabarin 46 32.1"

100 Gwarzo 29 32.4"

The driest cities in Nigeria receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Damasak receives just 12.3 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. Damasak gets just 12.3" 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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