Driest Cities in Lisbon

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Lisbon

1 Amadora 17.5"

2 Loures 17.5"

3 Odivelas 17.5"

4 Lumiar 17.5"

5 Damaia 17.5"

6 Cidade Universitária 17.5"

7 Benfica 17.5"

8 Olivais 17.5"

9 Alvalade 17.5"

10 Póvoa de Santa Iria 17.5"

11 Alfornelos 17.5"

12 Pontinha 17.5"

13 Moscavide e Portela 17.5"

14 Parque das Nações 17.5"

15 Azambuja 17.5"

16 Falagueira 17.5"

17 Camarate 17.5"

18 São João da Talha 17.5"

19 Santa Iria da Azóia 17.5"

20 Vila Franca de Xira 17.5"

21 Carnide 17.5"

22 Sacavém 17.5"

23 Ramada 17.5"

24 Vialonga 17.5"

25 Campo Grande 17.5"

26 Póvoa de Santo Adrião 17.5"

27 Cadaval 17.5"

28 Caneças 17.5"

29 Unhos 17.5"

30 Charneca 17.5"

31 Carregado 17.5"

32 Venda do Pinheiro 17.5"

33 Alenquer 17.5"

34 Famões 17.5"

35 Bobadela 17.5"

36 Castanheira do Ribatejo 17.5"

37 Alhandra 17.5"

38 Apelação 17.5"

39 Prior Velho 17.5"

40 Arruda dos Vinhos 17.5"

41 Olival Basto 17.5"

42 Milharado 17.5"

43 Cabo Ruivo 17.5"

44 Ventosa 17.5"

45 Lisbon 18.3"

46 Marvila 18.3"

47 Carnaxide 18.3"

48 Sete Rios 18.3"

49 São Jorge de Arroios 18.3"

50 Campo De Ourique 18.3"

51 Areeiro 18.3"

52 Linda-a-Velha 18.3"

53 Alcântara 18.3"

54 Algés 18.3"

55 Alfragide 18.3"

56 Belém 18.3"

57 Buraca 18.3"

58 Campolide 18.3"

59 Ajuda 18.3"

60 Graça 18.3"

61 Baixa 18.3"

62 Beato António 18.3"

63 Bairro da Madre de Deus 18.3"

64 Bairro Alto 18.3"

65 Principe Real 18.3"

66 Anjos 18.3"

67 Campo Pequeno 18.3"

68 Santa Maria de Belém 18.3"

69 Prazeres 18.3"

70 Chelas 18.3"

71 Restelo 18.3"

72 São Sebastião da Pedreira 18.3"

73 São Mamede 18.3"

74 Intendente 18.3"

75 Silveira 25.6"

76 Cova da Moura 25.6"

77 Azinhaga 25.6"

78 Lourinhã 26.0"

79 Torres Vedras 27.0"

80 A dos Cunhados 27.0"

81 São João das Lampas 27.2"

82 Ericeira 27.2"

83 Fontanelas 27.2"

84 Algueirão 28.0"

85 São Domingos de Rana 28.0"

86 Cascais 28.0"

87 Alcabideche 28.0"

88 Sintra 28.0"

89 Estoril 28.0"

90 Monte Estoril 28.0"

91 Parede 28.0"

92 Mem Martins 28.0"

93 Colares 28.0"

94 Queluz 28.4"

95 Cacém 28.4"

96 Rio de Mouro 28.4"

97 Olival 28.4"

98 Oeiras 28.4"

99 Massamá 28.4"

100 Paço de Arcos 28.4"

The driest cities in Lisbon receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Amadora receives just 17.5 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. Amadora gets just 17.5" 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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