Driest Cities in United Kingdom

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — United Kingdom

1 Dhekelia 10.8"

2 Burnham-on-Crouch ENG 20.4"

3 Great Wakering ENG 20.4"

4 Westgate on Sea ENG 21.4"

5 Margate ENG 21.4"

6 Ramsgate ENG 21.4"

7 Broadstairs ENG 21.4"

8 Saint Peters ENG 21.4"

9 Birchington-on-Sea ENG 21.7"

10 Deal ENG 22.0"

11 Ely ENG 22.2"

12 Littleport ENG 22.2"

13 Sheerness ENG 22.2"

14 Lowestoft ENG 22.2"

15 Harwich ENG 22.4"

16 Walton-on-the-Naze ENG 22.4"

17 Leiston ENG 22.5"

18 Skegness ENG 22.8"

19 Soham ENG 22.9"

20 Felixstowe ENG 23.0"

21 Holbeach ENG 23.0"

22 Spalding ENG 23.0"

23 Whitstable ENG 23.0"

24 Herne Bay ENG 23.0"

25 Boston ENG 23.2"

26 Woodbridge ENG 23.4"

27 Mablethorpe ENG 23.7"

28 Downham Market ENG 23.9"

29 North Walsham ENG 24.3"

30 Mildenhall ENG 24.3"

31 King's Lynn ENG 24.3"

32 Dunbar SCT 24.6"

33 Cleethorpes ENG 24.7"

34 Humberston ENG 24.7"

35 Grimsby ENG 24.7"

36 Waltham ENG 24.7"

37 North Berwick SCT 24.8"

38 Burwell ENG 24.8"

39 Withernsea ENG 25.0"

40 Hornsea ENG 25.0"

41 Amble ENG 25.0"

42 Aylsham ENG 25.0"

43 Hedon ENG 25.3"

44 Saint Andrews SCT 25.5"

45 Monifieth SCT 25.5"

46 Bridlington ENG 25.5"

47 Darras Hall ENG 25.5"

48 Immingham ENG 25.5"

49 Scarborough ENG 25.6"

50 Horncastle ENG 25.7"

51 Cromer ENG 25.8"

52 Sheringham ENG 25.8"

53 Dover ENG 25.8"

54 Folkestone ENG 25.8"

55 Sturry ENG 25.9"

56 Canterbury ENG 25.9"

57 Louth ENG 26.0"

58 Hunstanton ENG 26.2"

59 Swaffham ENG 26.3"

60 Lossiemouth SCT 26.4"

61 Arbroath SCT 26.5"

62 Wellington ENG 26.5"

63 New Romney ENG 26.7"

64 Dundee SCT 26.8"

65 Brechin SCT 26.9"

66 Faversham ENG 26.9"

67 Pickering ENG 27.0"

68 Bayston Hill ENG 27.2"

69 Shrewsbury ENG 27.2"

70 Fakenham ENG 27.2"

71 Consett ENG 27.2"

72 Buckie SCT 27.3"

73 Nairn SCT 27.5"

74 Fraserburgh SCT 27.7"

75 Middlesbrough ENG 27.8"

76 Cupar SCT 27.8"

77 Hawkinge ENG 27.9"

78 Hythe ENG 27.9"

79 Oakengates ENG 28.2"

80 Turriff SCT 28.2"

81 Shifnal ENG 28.2"

82 Telford ENG 28.2"

83 Hadley ENG 28.2"

84 Peterhead SCT 28.4"

85 Carnoustie SCT 28.4"

86 Berwick-Upon-Tweed ENG 28.5"

87 Prudhoe ENG 28.7"

88 Prestatyn WLS 29.1"

89 Newcastle under Lyme ENG 29.3"

90 Forres SCT 29.3"

91 Forfar SCT 29.4"

92 Hartlepool ENG 29.6"

93 Whitby ENG 29.6"

94 Montrose SCT 29.7"

95 Inverurie SCT 29.8"

96 Ellon SCT 29.9"

97 Elgin SCT 30.0"

98 Freshwater ENG 30.4"

99 Alnwick ENG 30.5"

100 Kidsgrove ENG 30.7"

The driest cities in United Kingdom receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Dhekelia receives just 10.8 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. Dhekelia gets just 10.8" 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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