Driest Cities in Eastern Visayas

Top 63 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Eastern Visayas

1 Matlang 83.1"

2 Isabel 83.1"

3 Palompon 84.7"

4 Kampokpok 86.5"

5 Tabango 86.5"

6 Pintuyan 87.7"

7 Padre Burgos 87.7"

8 Leyte 89.5"

9 Tagapul-an 92.0"

10 Ormoc 93.6"

11 Inopacan 94.1"

12 Hilongos 94.1"

13 Maripipi 94.5"

14 Almagro 94.5"

15 Bato 94.5"

16 Capoocan 96.6"

17 Kananya 96.6"

18 Naval 100.0"

19 Jaro 103.1"

20 Carigara 103.1"

21 Barugo 103.1"

22 Caibiran 104.3"

23 Culaba 104.3"

24 Maasin 104.5"

25 San Antonio 105.1"

26 Rosario 105.1"

27 Balogo 107.5"

28 Alangalang 108.4"

29 Sogod 109.3"

30 Baybay 109.4"

31 Alegria 110.1"

32 Calbayog City 110.9"

33 San Policarpio 110.9"

34 Babatngon 111.5"

35 Palo 111.6"

36 Pagsanghan 114.0"

37 Allen 114.5"

38 Zumarraga 114.7"

39 Tanauan 115.5"

40 Panalanoy 117.0"

41 Tacloban 117.0"

42 Basey 117.0"

43 Burauen 117.3"

44 San Ricardo 119.2"

45 Catbalogan 119.3"

46 Dulag 120.5"

47 Catarman 120.8"

48 Mondragon 127.3"

49 Abuyog 129.7"

50 Pambujan 133.7"

51 Guiuan 133.9"

52 Balangiga 135.0"

53 Giporlos 135.0"

54 Arteche 135.4"

55 Oras 136.2"

56 Dolores 136.2"

57 Gamay 137.4"

58 Laoang 137.6"

59 Palapag 137.6"

60 Can-Avid 140.6"

61 Llorente 145.6"

62 Borongan 150.3"

63 Maydolong 150.3"

The driest cities in Eastern Visayas receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Matlang receives just 83.1 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. Matlang gets just 83.1" 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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