Driest Cities in Central Luzon

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Central Luzon

1 Angeles City 70.4"

2 Santol 70.4"

3 San Fernando 70.4"

4 Olongapo 70.4"

5 Mabalacat City 70.4"

6 Bulaon 70.4"

7 Hagonoy 70.4"

8 Magalang 70.4"

9 Dinalupihan 70.4"

10 Lubao 70.4"

11 Orani 70.4"

12 Mexico 70.4"

13 Masantol 70.4"

14 Samal 70.4"

15 Del Pilar 70.4"

16 Hermosa 70.4"

17 Pandacaqui 70.4"

18 Telabastagan 70.4"

19 Manibaug Pasig 70.4"

20 Pio 70.4"

21 Porac 70.4"

22 Sasmuan 70.4"

23 Babo-Pangulo 70.4"

24 Minalin 70.4"

25 Lourdes 70.4"

26 San Roque Dau First 70.4"

27 Guagua 70.4"

28 Pulungmasle 70.4"

29 San Basilio 70.4"

30 Cauayan 70.4"

31 Santiago 70.4"

32 Balsic 70.4"

33 Pulung Santol 70.4"

34 Calibutbut 70.4"

35 Balibago 70.4"

36 Santo Domingo 70.4"

37 Meycauayan 76.1"

38 Obando 76.1"

39 Malanday 76.1"

40 Talugtug 76.2"

41 Lupao 77.2"

42 Carranglan 77.4"

43 Pantabangan 78.5"

44 Ligaya 91.1"

45 San Jose del Monte 91.7"

46 Malolos 91.7"

47 Pandi 91.7"

48 Guyong 91.7"

49 Norzagaray 91.7"

50 Baliuag 91.7"

51 Calumpit 91.7"

52 Apalit 91.7"

53 Plaridel 91.7"

54 Guiguinto 91.7"

55 Pulilan 91.7"

56 Bocaue 91.7"

57 Arayat 91.7"

58 Marilao 91.7"

59 Bulacan 91.7"

60 Bustos 91.7"

61 Angat 91.7"

62 San Ildefonso 91.7"

63 San Miguel 91.7"

64 Balagtas 91.7"

65 Paombong 91.7"

66 Cabiao 91.7"

67 Candaba 91.7"

68 Santa Ana 91.7"

69 Pantubig 91.7"

70 San Luis 91.7"

71 San Simon 91.7"

72 Loma de Gato 91.7"

73 Pulo 91.7"

74 Bahay Pare 91.7"

75 Balucuc 91.7"

76 Lambakin 91.7"

77 Sibul 91.7"

78 Culianin 91.7"

79 San Jose 91.7"

80 Camias 91.7"

81 San Vicente 91.7"

82 San Isidro 91.7"

83 Salapungan 91.7"

84 Sulucan 91.7"

85 Tartaro 91.7"

86 Cabanatuan City 92.8"

87 Gapan 92.8"

88 Muñoz 92.8"

89 Bongabon 92.8"

90 San Leonardo 92.8"

91 Talavera 92.8"

92 Zaragoza 92.8"

93 Jaen 92.8"

94 Papaya 92.8"

95 Aliaga 92.8"

96 General Tinio 92.8"

97 Guimba 92.8"

98 Peñaranda 92.8"

99 Rizal 92.8"

100 Palayan City 92.8"

The driest cities in Central Luzon receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Angeles City receives just 70.4 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. Angeles City gets just 70.4" 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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