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Driest Cities in Lower Silesia

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

Driest Cities — Lower Silesia

1 Góra 21.0"
2 Ścinawa 21.0"
3 Milicz 21.1"
4 Legnica 21.2"
5 Żmigród 21.3"
6 Jawor 21.4"
7 Wołów 21.4"
8 Lubin 21.5"
9 Środa Śląska 21.7"
10 Głogów 21.7"
11 Polkowice 21.7"
12 Brzeg Dolny 21.7"
13 Twardogóra 21.8"
14 Chojnów 21.8"
15 Świdnica 21.9"
16 Strzegom 21.9"
17 Chocianów 21.9"
18 Żarów 21.9"
20 Jelcz Laskowice 22.0"
21 Jelcz 22.0"
22 Oława 22.1"
24 Sobótka 22.2"
25 Oleśnica 22.3"
26 Przemków 22.3"
27 Trzebnica 22.3"
28 Świebodzice 22.4"
29 Złotoryja 22.4"
30 Bierutów 22.5"
31 Syców 22.6"
32 Piława Górna 22.8"
33 Dzierżoniów 22.8"
34 Bielawa 22.8"
35 Pieszyce 22.8"
36 Kłodzko 23.0"
37 Polanica-Zdrój 23.0"
39 Ziębice 23.0"
40 Bolesławiec 23.1"
41 Lwówek Śląski 23.2"
42 Bolków 23.3"
43 Jelenia Góra 23.3"
45 Mysłakowice 23.3"
46 Piechowice 23.8"
47 Gryfów Śląski 23.9"
48 Głuszyca 24.1"
49 Jedlina-Zdrój 24.1"
50 Kamienna Góra 24.2"
51 Lądek-Zdrój 24.3"
52 Lubań 24.6"
53 Nowa Ruda 24.6"
54 Wałbrzych 24.8"
55 Boguszów-Gorce 24.8"
56 Szczawno-Zdrój 24.8"
58 Kowary 25.1"
59 Szczytna 25.2"
62 Wrocław 32.5"
63 Śródmieście 32.5"
64 Psie Pole 32.5"
68 Ołbin 32.5"

The driest cities in Lower Silesia receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Góra receives just 21.0 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. Góra gets just 21.0" 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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