Driest Cities in The Netherlands

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — The Netherlands

1 Goedereede 11 29.5"

2 Ouddorp 11 29.5"

3 Klazienaveen 01 29.8"

4 Axel 10 30.4"

5 Tubbergen 15 30.5"

6 Losser 15 30.5"

7 Enschede 15 30.6"

8 Oldenzaal 15 30.6"

9 Hengelo 15 30.6"

10 Delfzijl 04 30.6"

11 Appingedam 04 30.6"

12 Goes 10 30.7"

13 Zierikzee 10 30.7"

14 Julianadorp 07 30.7"

15 Den Helder 07 30.7"

16 Terneuzen 10 30.8"

17 Swifterbant 16 30.9"

18 Urk 16 30.9"

19 Hellevoetsluis 11 31.0"

20 Middelharnis 11 31.0"

21 Den Burg 07 31.1"

22 Medemblik 07 31.1"

23 Tholen 10 31.1"

24 Anna Paulowna 07 31.3"

25 Dronten 16 31.3"

26 Enkhuizen 07 31.3"

27 Biddinghuizen 16 31.5"

28 Yerseke 10 31.5"

29 Harderwijk 03 31.5"

30 Kapelle 10 31.5"

31 Lelystad 16 31.6"

32 Bedum 04 31.7"

33 Hoek van Holland 11 31.9"

34 Emmeloord 16 31.9"

35 Stiens 02 31.9"

36 Dokkum 02 32.1"

37 Damwâld 02 32.1"

38 Schagen 07 32.1"

39 Ermelo 03 32.2"

40 Putten 03 32.2"

41 Zeewolde 16 32.2"

42 's-Gravenzande 11 32.3"

43 De Westereen 02 32.6"

44 Buitenpost 02 32.6"

45 Kollum 02 32.6"

46 Naaldwijk 11 32.8"

47 Rozenburg 11 32.8"

48 De Lier 11 32.8"

49 Vogelwijk 11 33.0"

50 Poeldijk 11 33.0"

51 Monster 11 33.0"

52 Honselersdijk 11 33.0"

53 Tongelre 06 41.9"

54 's-Hertogenbosch 06 41.9"

55 Maaspoort 06 41.9"

56 Asten 06 41.9"

57 Aarle-Rixtel 06 41.9"

58 De Kruiskamp 06 41.9"

59 Heeswijk-Dinther 06 41.9"

60 Beek 06 41.9"

61 Vaartbroek 06 41.9"

62 Woenselse Heide 06 41.9"

63 Vught 06 41.9"

64 Veghel 06 41.9"

65 Zeelst 06 41.9"

66 Coevering 06 41.9"

67 Veldhoven 06 41.9"

68 Grasrijk 06 41.9"

69 Nederweert 05 41.9"

70 Boekel 06 41.9"

71 Nuenen 06 41.9"

72 Schijndel 06 41.9"

73 Geldrop 06 41.9"

74 Eersel 06 41.9"

75 Someren 06 41.9"

76 Cranendonck 06 41.9"

77 Waalre 06 41.9"

78 Sint-Oedenrode 06 41.9"

79 Budel 06 41.9"

80 Uden 06 41.9"

81 Bergeijk 06 41.9"

82 Weert 05 41.9"

83 Schaijk 06 41.9"

84 Best 06 41.9"

85 Meerhoven 06 41.9"

86 Boxtel 06 41.9"

87 Nistelrode 06 41.9"

88 Helmond 06 41.9"

89 Heeze 06 41.9"

90 Heesch 06 41.9"

91 Gemert 06 41.9"

92 Valkenswaard 06 41.9"

93 Eindhoven 06 41.9"

94 Oirschot 06 41.9"

95 Mierlo 06 41.9"

96 De Doornakkers 06 41.9"

97 Waspik 06 42.8"

98 Loon op Zand 06 42.8"

99 Zandberg 06 42.8"

100 Broekhoven 06 42.8"

The driest cities in The Netherlands receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Goedereede receives just 29.5 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. Goedereede gets just 29.5" 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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