Driest Cities in North Holland

Top 64 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — North Holland

1 Julianadorp 30.7"

2 Den Helder 30.7"

3 Den Burg 31.1"

4 Medemblik 31.1"

5 Anna Paulowna 31.3"

6 Enkhuizen 31.3"

7 Schagen 32.1"

8 Zuid-Scharwoude 47.0"

9 Amsterdam 47.0"

10 Diemen 47.0"

11 Muiden 47.0"

12 Aalsmeer 47.0"

13 Volendam 47.0"

14 Weesp 47.0"

15 Naarden 47.0"

16 Andijk 47.0"

17 Laren 47.0"

18 Opmeer 47.0"

19 Dapperbuurt 47.0"

20 Zaandijk 47.0"

21 Ouderkerk aan de Amstel 47.0"

22 Edam 47.0"

23 Oosteinde 47.0"

24 Sint Pancras 47.0"

25 Zaanstad 47.0"

26 Blaricum 47.0"

27 Amsterdam-Zuidoost 47.0"

28 Purmerend 47.0"

29 Amstelveen 47.0"

30 Zaandam 47.0"

31 Hoorn 47.0"

32 Heerhugowaard 47.0"

33 Huizen 47.0"

34 Noord-Scharwoude 47.0"

35 Obdam 47.0"

36 Broek op Langedijk 47.0"

37 Bussum 47.0"

38 Kerkelanden 48.3"

39 Nieuw-Loosdrecht 48.3"

40 Kortenhoef 48.3"

41 Hilversum 48.3"

42 Kudelstaart 48.3"

43 Uithoorn 48.3"

44 Limmen 50.9"

45 Warmenhuizen 50.9"

46 Bennebroek 50.9"

47 Akersloot 50.9"

48 Nieuw-Vennep 50.9"

49 Haarlem 50.9"

50 Hoofddorp 50.9"

51 Alkmaar 50.9"

52 Velsen-Zuid 50.9"

53 Heemskerk 50.9"

54 Beverwijk 50.9"

55 Castricum 50.9"

56 IJmuiden 50.9"

57 Zwanenburg 50.9"

58 Bergen 50.9"

59 Heemstede 50.9"

60 Assendelft 50.9"

61 Heiloo 50.9"

62 Zandvoort 50.9"

63 Velserbroek 50.9"

64 Uitgeest 50.9"

The driest cities in North Holland receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Julianadorp receives just 30.7 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. Julianadorp gets just 30.7" 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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