Driest Cities in Portugal

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Portugal

1 Camacha 10 16.6"

2 Camarate 14 17.5"

3 Azambuja 14 17.5"

4 Alvalade 14 17.5"

5 Carregado 14 17.5"

6 Cidade Universitária 14 17.5"

7 Vialonga 14 17.5"

8 Loures 14 17.5"

9 Parque das Nações 14 17.5"

10 Lumiar 14 17.5"

11 Benavente 18 17.5"

12 Vila Franca de Xira 14 17.5"

13 Salvaterra de Magos 18 17.5"

14 Apelação 14 17.5"

15 Ventosa 14 17.5"

16 Carnide 14 17.5"

17 Damaia 14 17.5"

18 Campo Grande 14 17.5"

19 Cartaxo 18 17.5"

20 Cabo Ruivo 14 17.5"

21 Pontinha 14 17.5"

22 Odivelas 14 17.5"

23 Póvoa de Santa Iria 14 17.5"

24 Prior Velho 14 17.5"

25 Arruda dos Vinhos 14 17.5"

26 Samora Correia 18 17.5"

27 Póvoa de Santo Adrião 14 17.5"

28 Bobadela 14 17.5"

29 Alhandra 14 17.5"

30 Famões 14 17.5"

31 Sacavém 14 17.5"

32 Cadaval 14 17.5"

33 Alcochete 19 17.5"

34 Ramada 14 17.5"

35 Moscavide e Portela 14 17.5"

36 Benfica 14 17.5"

37 Charneca 14 17.5"

38 São João da Talha 14 17.5"

39 Falagueira 14 17.5"

40 Santa Iria da Azóia 14 17.5"

41 Alenquer 14 17.5"

42 Castanheira do Ribatejo 14 17.5"

43 Unhos 14 17.5"

44 Milharado 14 17.5"

45 Olival Basto 14 17.5"

46 Venda do Pinheiro 14 17.5"

47 Olivais 14 17.5"

48 Caneças 14 17.5"

49 Alfornelos 14 17.5"

50 Amadora 14 17.5"

51 Graça 14 18.3"

52 Principe Real 14 18.3"

53 Arrentela 19 18.3"

54 Beato António 14 18.3"

55 Buraca 14 18.3"

56 Linda-a-Velha 14 18.3"

57 Quinta de Santo António 19 18.3"

58 Laranjeiro 19 18.3"

59 São Sebastião da Pedreira 14 18.3"

60 Bairro da Madre de Deus 14 18.3"

61 Anjos 14 18.3"

62 Alhos Vedros 19 18.3"

63 Pragal 19 18.3"

64 Sete Rios 14 18.3"

65 Marvila 14 18.3"

66 Lisbon 14 18.3"

67 Intendente 14 18.3"

68 São Mamede 14 18.3"

69 Piedade 19 18.3"

70 Cacilhas 19 18.3"

71 Moita 19 18.3"

72 Algés 14 18.3"

73 Bairro Alto 14 18.3"

74 Prazeres 14 18.3"

75 Santa Maria de Belém 14 18.3"

76 Chelas 14 18.3"

77 Trafaria 19 18.3"

78 Pinhal Novo 19 18.3"

79 Sobreda 19 18.3"

80 Charneca de Caparica 19 18.3"

81 Quinta Do Conde 19 18.3"

82 Sesimbra 19 18.3"

83 São Jorge de Arroios 14 18.3"

84 Costa de Caparica 19 18.3"

85 Carnaxide 14 18.3"

86 Areeiro 14 18.3"

87 Montijo 19 18.3"

88 Campolide 14 18.3"

89 Belém 14 18.3"

90 Caparica 19 18.3"

91 Lavradio 19 18.3"

92 Azeitão 19 18.3"

93 Campo Pequeno 14 18.3"

94 Costa da Caparica 19 18.3"

95 Aldeia de Paio Pires 19 18.3"

96 Quinta do Anjo 19 18.3"

97 Santo António da Charneca 19 18.3"

98 Restelo 14 18.3"

99 Alcântara 14 18.3"

100 Palmela 19 18.3"

The driest cities in Portugal receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Camacha receives just 16.6 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. Camacha gets just 16.6" 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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