Driest Cities in Western Visayas

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

Best Western Visayas Cities

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

Best Climate Cities
Warm temperatures, plenty of sunshine and clean air.
Cleanest Air Cities
Lowest pollution levels for healthy outdoor living.
Sunniest Cities
Most days of sunshine per year, with warm and dry climate.
Most Urban Cities
Densely populated city centers with the largest urban footprints.
Population & Density
Largest Cities Smallest Cities Most Dense Least Dense
Climate & Air
Warmest Cities Coldest Cities Rainiest Cities Driest Cities
Geography & Infrastructure
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Driest Cities - Western Visayas

1 Guadalupe 68.1"
2 Buluangan 68.1"
3 Toboso 69.1"
4 Dian-ay 69.1"
5 Lañgub 69.1"
6 Ogtongon 69.1"
7 Salamanca 69.1"
8 Buenavista 69.1"
9 Vito 71.5"
10 Cervantes 71.5"
11 Patonan 75.6"
12 Ualog 75.6"
13 Hacienda Refugio 75.6"
14 Punao 75.6"
15 Palampas 75.6"
16 Calampisauan 75.6"
17 Agpangi 75.6"
18 Calatrava 75.6"
19 Bato 77.6"
20 Minapasoc 77.6"
21 Mabini 77.6"
22 Bugang 77.6"
23 Tamlang 77.6"
24 Tiglauigan 78.6"
25 Bolanon 78.6"
26 Sagay 78.6"
27 Plaridel 78.6"
28 Paraiso 78.6"
29 Lopez Jaena 78.6"
30 Escalante 78.6"
31 Avila 84.3"
32 East Valencia 84.3"
33 Pakiad 84.5"
34 Salvacion 84.5"
35 Iloilo 84.5"
36 Abilay 84.5"
37 Carmelo 85.4"
38 De la Paz 85.4"
39 Talokgañgan 87.0"
40 San Salvador 87.0"
41 Barotac Viejo 87.0"
42 Santiago 87.0"
43 Malayo-an 87.2"
44 Pili 87.2"
45 Cadiz 88.2"
46 Andres Bonifacio 88.2"
47 Luna 88.2"
48 Chambrey 88.2"
49 Quezon 88.9"
50 Panay 88.9"
51 Roxas City 88.9"
52 Bolo 88.9"
53 Lanot 88.9"
54 Pawa 88.9"
55 Enrique B. Magalona 89.1"
56 Trapiche 89.3"
57 Tigbauan 89.3"
58 Napnapan 89.3"
59 Cagbang 89.3"
60 Oton 89.3"
61 Cordova 89.3"
62 Santa Monica 89.3"
63 Buray 89.3"
64 Buyuan 89.3"
65 Atabayan 89.3"
66 San Rafael 89.7"
67 Asturga 89.7"
68 Gibato 89.7"
69 Cabano 90.4"
70 Maayon 91.3"
71 Tabuc Pontevedra 91.3"
72 Bailan 91.3"
73 Panitan 91.3"
74 Cogon 91.3"
75 San Dionisio 91.5"
76 Sara 91.5"
77 Ajuy 91.5"
78 Igbon 91.5"
79 Quipot 91.5"
80 Polopina 91.5"
81 Platagata 91.5"
82 Anoring 91.5"
83 Concepcion 91.5"
84 Constancia 91.7"
85 Piña 91.7"
86 Nueva Valencia 91.7"
87 Jordan 91.7"
88 Morobuan 91.7"
89 Concordia 91.7"
90 Lemery 92.3"
91 Victorias 92.4"
92 Nangka 92.4"
93 San Pablo 92.4"
94 Viejo Daan Banua 92.4"
95 Manapla 92.4"
96 Tortosa 92.4"
97 Alicante 92.4"
98 Alacaygan 92.4"
99 Imbang 92.6"
100 Eustaquio Lopez 92.6"

The driest cities in Western Visayas receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Guadalupe receives just 68.1 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. Guadalupe gets just 68.1" 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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