Driest Cities in Central Visayas

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities - Central Visayas

1 San Agustin 45.8"
2 Tabalong 45.8"
3 Tangnan 45.8"
4 Songculan 45.8"
5 Doljo 45.8"
6 Tawala 45.8"
7 Panglao 45.8"
8 Catarman 51.7"
9 Totolan 51.7"
10 Alburquerque 51.7"
11 Dauis 51.7"
12 Tagbilaran City 51.7"
13 Tayud 55.8"
14 Kotkot 55.8"
15 Magay 55.8"
16 Compostela 55.8"
17 Balilihan 57.9"
18 Maribojoc 57.9"
19 Mandaue City 58.8"
20 Buagsong 58.8"
21 Dapitan 58.8"
22 Gabi 58.8"
23 Cordova 58.8"
24 Lapu-Lapu City 58.8"
25 Talisay 58.8"
26 Tangke 58.8"
27 Bood 59.1"
28 Panalipan 59.1"
29 Loon 59.1"
30 Danao 59.1"
31 Enrique Villanueva 59.3"
32 Siquijor 59.3"
33 Lazi 59.4"
34 Toledo 60.8"
35 Langob 62.2"
36 Asturias 62.2"
37 Jandayan Norte 62.4"
38 Catmondaan 62.9"
39 Macaas 62.9"
40 Catmon 62.9"
41 Alcoy 63.3"
42 Abucayan 64.3"
43 San Isidro 64.3"
44 Panaytayon 64.3"
45 Pinayagan Norte 64.3"
46 Tibigan 64.3"
47 Liloan 64.4"
48 Loboc 64.4"
49 Calero 64.4"
50 Apas 64.4"
51 Consolacion 64.4"
52 Sandayong Sur 64.4"
53 Malway 64.7"
54 Mayabon 64.7"
55 Zamboanguita 64.7"
56 Ginatilan 65.5"
57 Malabuyoc 65.5"
58 Samboan 65.5"
59 Okiot 65.5"
60 Tajao 66.1"
61 Lut-od 66.1"
62 Pinamungahan 66.1"
63 Taytay 66.6"
64 Jetafe 66.6"
65 Inabanga 66.6"
66 Inayagan 67.4"
67 Kuanos 67.4"
68 Jaclupan 67.4"
69 Minglanilla 67.4"
70 Guindarohan 67.4"
71 Uling 67.4"
72 Lanas 67.4"
73 Naga 67.4"
74 Santander Poblacion 67.8"
75 Mainit 67.8"
76 Batuan 68.2"
77 Consuelo 69.6"
78 Santiago 69.6"
79 Union 69.6"
80 Esperanza 69.6"
81 Nangka 69.7"
82 Masaba 69.7"
83 Cambanay 69.7"
84 Kabungahan 69.7"
85 Cogon Cruz 69.7"
86 Jugno 70.0"
87 Silab 70.0"
88 Tandayag 70.0"
89 Sibulan 70.0"
90 Polo 70.0"
91 Clarin 70.6"
92 Canmaya Diot 70.6"
93 Sagbayan 70.6"
94 Buanoy 70.9"
95 Talibon 71.2"
96 Garcia Hernandez 71.4"
97 Jagna 72.2"
98 Canjulao 72.2"
99 Bacong 72.4"
100 Maayong Tubig 72.4"

The driest cities in Central Visayas receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. San Agustin receives just 45.8 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. San Agustin gets just 45.8" 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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