Driest Cities in Taiwan

Top 79 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Taiwan

1 Jinhu 01 37.8"

2 Jincheng 01 39.2"

3 Magong 04 39.5"

4 Jieshoucun 01 52.1"

5 Nangan 01 52.1"

6 Budai 04 52.5"

7 Dongshi 04 52.5"

8 Erlin 04 53.4"

9 Xihu 04 53.4"

10 Pitou 04 53.4"

11 Beigang 04 55.1"

12 Citong 04 57.4"

13 Xiluo 04 57.4"

14 Taibao 04 59.4"

15 Xingang 04 64.7"

16 Zhongliao 04 65.1"

17 Changhua 04 65.1"

18 Chang-hua 04 65.1"

19 Buzi 04 66.9"

20 Xinying 04 68.2"

21 Miaoli 04 68.7"

22 Yongjing 04 70.7"

23 Nantou 04 70.7"

24 Yuanlin 04 70.7"

25 Shetou 04 70.7"

26 Beidou 04 70.7"

27 Tianzhong 04 70.7"

28 Tianwei 04 70.7"

29 Hsinchu 04 72.5"

30 Toufen 04 72.5"

31 Chiayi City 04 72.9"

32 Ershui 04 75.4"

33 Douliu 04 75.4"

34 Linnei 04 75.4"

35 Shenzhen 04 75.5"

36 Zhubei 04 75.5"

37 Kaohsiung 02 78.4"

38 Wufeng 04 81.6"

39 Zhudong 04 82.5"

40 Xizhou 04 82.9"

41 Yongkang 04 84.6"

42 Hualien City 04 84.9"

43 Zhongxing New Village 04 86.9"

44 Caotun 04 86.9"

45 Taoyuan 04 88.3"

46 Taoyuan City 04 88.3"

47 Bade 04 88.3"

48 Neili 04 88.3"

49 Daxi 04 88.3"

50 Tainan 04 88.4"

51 Guanshan 04 89.2"

52 Chishang 04 89.6"

53 Taitung 04 92.1"

54 Fengshan 02 93.0"

55 Donggang 04 93.6"

56 Lugu 04 94.7"

57 Zhushan 04 94.7"

58 Yujing 04 94.8"

59 Taichung 04 95.0"

60 Xiulin 04 96.4"

61 Puli 04 97.2"

62 Hengchun 04 99.2"

63 Banqiao 03 106.0"

64 New Taipei City 03 106.0"

65 Shulin 03 107.4"

66 Yingge 03 107.4"

67 Sanxia 03 107.4"

68 Danshui 03 116.0"

69 Chaozhou 04 117.9"

70 Yilan 04 119.5"

71 Taipei 04 120.3"

72 Xizhi 03 120.3"

73 Neihu 04 120.3"

74 Wulai 03 122.1"

75 Shiding 03 122.1"

76 Shimen 03 123.2"

77 Sanzhi 03 123.2"

78 Pinglin 03 126.9"

79 Keelung 04 132.3"

The driest cities in Taiwan receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Jinhu receives just 37.8 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. Jinhu gets just 37.8" 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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