Driest Cities in Gelderland

Top 77 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Gelderland

1 Harderwijk 31.5"

2 Ermelo 32.2"

3 Putten 32.2"

4 Eibergen 46.4"

5 Wisch 46.4"

6 Dinxperlo 46.4"

7 Neede 46.4"

8 Aalten 46.4"

9 Borculo 46.4"

10 Winterswijk 46.4"

11 Ulft 46.4"

12 Ruurlo 46.4"

13 Groenlo 46.4"

14 Zelhem 46.4"

15 Lichtenvoorde 46.4"

16 Doetinchem 46.4"

17 Lochem 46.4"

18 Varsseveld 46.4"

19 Hatert 46.8"

20 Lent 46.8"

21 Oosterbeek 46.8"

22 Doesburg 46.8"

23 Bemmel 46.8"

24 Twello 46.8"

25 Eerbeek 46.8"

26 Leesten 46.8"

27 Warnsveld 46.8"

28 Arnhem 46.8"

29 Rheden 46.8"

30 Wehl 46.8"

31 Hengstdal 46.8"

32 Orden 46.8"

33 Woudhuis 46.8"

34 Matenveld 46.8"

35 Westervoort 46.8"

36 Gendt 46.8"

37 Matendonk 46.8"

38 Nijmegen 46.8"

39 Zevenaar 46.8"

40 Beuningen 46.8"

41 Duiven 46.8"

42 Zutphen 46.8"

43 Brummen 46.8"

44 Elst 46.8"

45 Huissen 46.8"

46 Groesbeek 46.8"

47 Didam 46.8"

48 Velp 46.8"

49 Lindenholt 46.8"

50 Apeldoorn 46.8"

51 Dieren 46.8"

52 Ede 47.4"

53 Opheusden 47.4"

54 Tiel 47.4"

55 Nijkerk 47.4"

56 Doornsteeg 47.4"

57 Wageningen 47.4"

58 Druten 47.4"

59 Barneveld 47.4"

60 Scherpenzeel 47.4"

61 Kerkdriel 47.4"

62 Wijchen 47.4"

63 Geldermalsen 47.4"

64 Veldhuizen 47.4"

65 Renkum 47.4"

66 Voorthuizen 47.4"

67 Bennekom 47.4"

68 Lunteren 47.4"

69 t Harde 47.7"

70 Epe 47.7"

71 Heerde 47.7"

72 Elburg 47.7"

73 Nunspeet 47.7"

74 Hattem 47.7"

75 Vaassen 47.7"

76 Culemborg 48.3"

77 Zaltbommel 48.3"

The driest cities in Gelderland receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Harderwijk receives just 31.5 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. Harderwijk gets just 31.5" 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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