Driest Cities in South Carolina

Top 94 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — South Carolina

1 Bennettsville 41.7"

2 Rock Hill 42.6"

3 Tega Cay 43.3"

4 Clover 43.3"

5 Lake Wylie 43.3"

6 Fort Mill 43.6"

7 York 44.1"

8 James Island 44.3"

9 Laurel Bay 45.0"

10 Beaufort 45.0"

11 Lexington 45.2"

12 West Columbia 45.2"

13 White Knoll 45.2"

14 Red Bank 45.2"

15 Oak Grove 45.2"

16 Union 45.3"

17 Florence 45.3"

18 Seven Oaks 45.5"

19 Irmo 45.5"

20 St. Andrews 45.5"

21 Chester 45.9"

22 Lake Murray of Richland 46.0"

23 Blythewood 46.3"

24 Homeland Park 46.3"

25 Dentsville 46.3"

26 Woodfield 46.3"

27 Forest Acres 46.3"

28 Clinton 46.4"

29 Newberry 46.6"

30 Taylors 47.0"

31 Travelers Rest 47.0"

32 Wade Hampton 47.0"

33 Sans Souci 47.0"

34 Lugoff 47.2"

35 Lancaster 47.8"

36 Darlington 47.9"

37 Piedmont 48.0"

38 Cayce 48.1"

39 Hardeeville 48.1"

40 Little River 48.5"

41 North Myrtle Beach 48.5"

42 Hartsville 48.5"

43 Cheraw 48.6"

44 Dillon 48.6"

45 Sumter 48.8"

46 Seneca 49.0"

47 Marion 49.3"

48 Five Forks 49.7"

49 Greer 49.7"

50 Lyman 49.7"

51 Lake City 49.8"

52 Columbia 49.9"

53 Fountain Inn 50.2"

54 Spartanburg 50.2"

55 Laurens 50.2"

56 Simpsonville 50.2"

57 Centerville 50.3"

58 Anderson 50.3"

59 Gaffney 50.4"

60 Orangeburg 50.5"

61 Welcome 50.7"

62 Mauldin 50.7"

63 Parker 50.7"

64 Greenville 50.7"

65 Powdersville 50.7"

66 Gantt 50.7"

67 Berea 50.7"

68 Mount Pleasant 51.2"

69 Walterboro 51.4"

70 Valley Falls 51.7"

71 Boiling Springs 51.7"

72 Hollywood 51.9"

73 Moncks Corner 52.3"

74 Clemson 52.4"

75 Central 52.4"

76 Clemson University 52.4"

77 Goose Creek 52.5"

78 Hanahan 52.5"

79 Sangaree 52.7"

80 Ladson 52.7"

81 Summerville 52.7"

82 Forestbrook 53.6"

83 Myrtle Beach 53.6"

84 Carolina Forest 53.6"

85 North Charleston 54.6"

86 Conway 55.2"

87 Socastee 55.2"

88 Red Hill 55.2"

89 Murrells Inlet 55.3"

90 Garden City 55.3"

91 Georgetown 55.4"

92 Litchfield Beach 55.4"

93 Easley 56.7"

94 Charleston 56.9"

The driest cities in South Carolina receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Bennettsville receives just 41.7 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. Bennettsville gets just 41.7" 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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