Driest Cities in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast

Top 61 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Nizhny Novgorod Oblast

1 Vyyezdnoye 19.6"

2 Pervomaysk 20.2"

3 Diveyevo 20.2"

4 Sarov 20.2"

5 Arzamas 20.4"

6 Gremyachevo 20.4"

7 Ardatov 20.5"

8 Sosnovskoye 20.8"

9 Sechenovo 20.8"

10 Voznesenskoye 20.8"

11 Shatki 20.8"

12 Kulebaki 20.9"

13 Vorsma 21.1"

14 Pochinki 21.1"

15 Bol’shoye Boldino 21.1"

16 Pil’na 21.1"

17 Tumbotino 21.1"

18 Pavlovo 21.1"

19 Navashino 21.5"

20 Vacha 21.5"

21 Vyksa 21.5"

22 Sergach 21.7"

23 Bogorodsk 21.7"

24 Novosmolinskiy 21.7"

25 Reshetikha 21.8"

26 Vad 21.8"

27 Volodarsk 21.8"

28 Ilyinogorsk 21.9"

29 Dzerzhinsk 21.9"

30 Mulino 21.9"

31 Doschatoye 21.9"

32 Lukoyanov 22.0"

33 Novaya Balakhna 22.1"

34 Gidrotorf 22.1"

35 Buturlino 22.2"

36 Perevoz 22.4"

37 Knyaginino 22.4"

38 Bol’shoye Murashkino 22.5"

39 Zavolzh’ye 22.6"

40 Vorotynets 22.6"

41 Gorodets 22.6"

42 Lyskovo 22.7"

43 Bol’shoye Kozino 22.8"

44 Chkalovsk 23.0"

45 Sokol’skoye 23.1"

46 Shakhun’ya 23.1"

47 Kstovo 23.2"

48 Sharanga 23.2"

49 Neklyudovo 23.4"

50 Tonkino 23.5"

51 Voskresenskoye 23.6"

52 Bor 23.7"

53 Krasnye Baki 23.8"

54 Vetluzhskiy 23.8"

55 Linda 23.9"

56 Nizhniy Novgorod 23.9"

57 Sukhobezvodnoye 24.0"

58 Semënov 24.1"

59 Kovernino 24.1"

60 Uren’ 24.4"

61 Vetluga 25.1"

The driest cities in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Vyyezdnoye receives just 19.6 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. Vyyezdnoye gets just 19.6" 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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