Driest Cities in Oregon

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

Best Oregon Cities

Composite rankings combining multiple weighted metrics, 4 topics from climate and air quality data.

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Driest Cities - Oregon

1 Umatilla 7.9"
2 Redmond 8.5"
3 Hermiston 8.6"
4 Baker City 9.1"
5 Ontario 9.5"
6 Prineville 10.3"
7 Bend 10.6"
8 Deschutes River Woods 10.6"
9 Klamath Falls 11.1"
10 Altamont 11.1"
11 Madras 11.2"
12 Pendleton 12.8"
13 The Dalles 13.7"
14 Milton-Freewater 16.1"
15 La Grande 17.4"
16 Medford 18.4"
17 Central Point 18.4"
18 White City 18.4"
19 Eagle Point 18.4"
20 Ashland 19.5"
21 Talent 19.5"
22 Hood River 30.4"
23 Grants Pass 31.3"
24 Roseburg 32.1"
25 Green 32.1"
26 Winston 32.1"
27 Hillsboro 35.9"
28 Aloha 35.9"
29 Bethany 35.9"
30 Cedar Mill 35.9"
31 Cornelius 35.9"
32 Oak Hills 35.9"
33 Bull Mountain 35.9"
34 Rockcreek 35.9"
35 Marlene Village 35.9"
36 Portland 36.9"
37 Milwaukie 36.9"
38 McMinnville 37.6"
39 Sutherlin 39.0"
40 Beaverton 39.2"
41 Tigard 39.2"
42 Cedar Hills 39.2"
43 West Slope 39.2"
44 Garden Home-Whitford 39.2"
45 Tualatin 39.5"
46 Woodburn 39.5"
47 Wilsonville 39.5"
48 Sherwood 39.5"
49 Canby 39.5"
50 King City 39.5"
51 Salem 40.1"
52 Keizer 40.1"
53 Hayesville 40.1"
54 Four Corners 40.1"
55 Monmouth 40.1"
56 Independence 40.1"
57 Gresham 40.7"
58 Happy Valley 40.7"
59 Troutdale 40.7"
60 Damascus 40.7"
61 Fairview 40.7"
62 Eugene 40.8"
63 Springfield 40.8"
64 Santa Clara 40.8"
65 River Road 40.8"
66 Junction City 40.8"
67 Corvallis 41.5"
68 Philomath 41.5"
69 St. Helens 42.3"
70 Scappoose 42.3"
71 Albany 43.0"
72 West Haven-Sylvan 44.1"
73 Raleigh Hills 44.1"
74 Newberg 44.2"
75 Lake Oswego 44.8"
76 Oregon City 44.8"
77 West Linn 44.8"
78 Oak Grove 44.8"
79 Oatfield 44.8"
80 Gladstone 44.8"
81 Jennings Lodge 44.8"
82 Lebanon 45.1"
83 Molalla 46.4"
84 Veneta 46.4"
85 Cottage Grove 46.5"
86 Creswell 46.5"
87 Forest Grove 46.7"
88 Silverton 47.2"
89 Dallas 47.8"
90 Sheridan 48.5"
91 Stayton 52.7"
92 Sweet Home 54.5"
93 Coos Bay 59.1"
94 North Bend 59.1"
95 Mount Hood Villages 59.7"
96 Newport 67.3"
97 Astoria 70.3"
98 Warrenton 70.3"
99 Florence 75.5"
100 Seaside 76.7"

The driest cities in Oregon receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Umatilla receives just 7.9 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. Umatilla gets just 7.9" 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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