Driest Cities in Philippines

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Philippines

1 Alabel 12 43.0"

2 General Santos 12 43.0"

3 Lun Pequeño 12 43.0"

4 Buayan 12 43.0"

5 Panglao 07 45.8"

6 Malapatan 12 49.5"

7 Sapu Padidu 12 49.5"

8 Conel 12 49.8"

9 Maluñgun 12 49.8"

10 Katangawan 12 49.8"

11 Malandag 12 49.8"

12 Baliton 12 51.4"

13 Glan 12 51.4"

14 Pangyan 12 51.4"

15 Tagbilaran City 07 51.7"

16 Maasim 12 51.9"

17 Tayud 07 55.8"

18 Compostela 07 55.8"

19 Cebu City 07 58.8"

20 Cordova 07 58.8"

21 Talisay 07 58.8"

22 Lapu-Lapu City 07 58.8"

23 Mandaue City 07 58.8"

24 Suyan 12 58.9"

25 San Pascual 40 59.0"

26 Talisay 40 59.0"

27 Cuenca 40 59.0"

28 Batangas 40 59.0"

29 Los Baños 40 59.0"

30 Buco 40 59.0"

31 Bauan 40 59.0"

32 Malabag 40 59.0"

33 General Emilio Aguinaldo 40 59.0"

34 Malvar 40 59.0"

35 Quilo-quilo 40 59.0"

36 Bitin 40 59.0"

37 Ibaan 40 59.0"

38 Tagaytay 40 59.0"

39 Pantay Na Matanda 40 59.0"

40 Alaminos 40 59.0"

41 Balete 40 59.0"

42 Pansol 40 59.0"

43 Calamba 40 59.0"

44 Santa Rita Aplaya 40 59.0"

45 Silang 40 59.0"

46 Laurel 40 59.0"

47 Pantijan No 2 40 59.0"

48 Mendez-Nuñez 40 59.0"

49 Patuto 40 59.0"

50 Alfonso 40 59.0"

51 Taal 40 59.0"

52 Subic 40 59.0"

53 Balite Segundo 40 59.0"

54 Bolo 40 59.0"

55 Tanauan 40 59.0"

56 Aga 40 59.0"

57 Balele 40 59.0"

58 Bilog-Bilog 40 59.0"

59 Banaybanay 40 59.0"

60 Amadeo 40 59.0"

61 Indang 40 59.0"

62 Santo Tomas 40 59.0"

63 Lipa City 40 59.0"

64 Calaca 40 59.0"

65 Mamatid 40 59.0"

66 Taysan 40 59.0"

67 Janopol 40 59.0"

68 Ambulong 40 59.0"

69 Bulacnin 40 59.0"

70 Cogan 07 59.1"

71 Danao 07 59.1"

72 Loon 07 59.1"

73 Siquijor 07 59.3"

74 Enrique Villanueva 07 59.3"

75 Kiamba 12 60.3"

76 Sulit 12 60.8"

77 Polomolok 12 60.8"

78 Silway 7 12 60.8"

79 Toledo 07 60.8"

80 Siasi 14 61.0"

81 Santa Maria 11 61.6"

82 Basiawan 11 61.6"

83 Malalag 11 61.6"

84 Padada 11 61.6"

85 Sulop 11 61.6"

86 Taluksangay 09 61.7"

87 Kipalbig 12 61.9"

88 Tupi 12 61.9"

89 Carpenter Hill 12 61.9"

90 Cebuano 12 61.9"

91 Puerto Princesa 41 62.1"

92 Lunas 07 62.2"

93 Balamban 07 62.2"

94 Asturias 07 62.2"

95 Lasam 02 62.2"

96 Mercedes 09 62.3"

97 Culianan 09 62.3"

98 Zamboanga 09 62.3"

99 Talisayan 09 62.5"

100 Recodo 09 62.5"

The driest cities in Philippines receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Alabel receives just 43.0 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. Alabel gets just 43.0" 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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