Driest Cities in Utah

Top 92 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Utah

1 Roosevelt 7.4"

2 Richfield 7.8"

3 Price 8.4"

4 Vernal 9.1"

5 Moab 9.1"

6 Santa Clara 9.3"

7 Ivins 9.3"

8 St. George 10.2"

9 Enoch 11.0"

10 Hurricane 11.6"

11 Washington 11.6"

12 Ephraim 11.7"

13 Herriman 12.5"

14 Eagle Mountain 12.5"

15 Cedar City 13.0"

16 Saratoga Springs 13.1"

17 Nephi 13.7"

18 Brigham City 15.5"

19 Hyde Park 15.6"

20 Smithfield 15.6"

21 Tremonton 16.1"

22 West Point 16.4"

23 Clinton 16.4"

24 Sunset 16.4"

25 Clearfield 16.4"

26 Syracuse 16.4"

27 Park City 16.4"

28 Roy 16.4"

29 Riverdale 16.4"

30 American Fork 16.4"

31 Lindon 16.4"

32 Cedar Hills 16.4"

33 Pleasant Grove 16.4"

34 Logan 16.6"

35 Midway 16.6"

36 Heber 16.6"

37 Springville 17.2"

38 Kearns metro township 17.7"

39 Magna metro township 17.7"

40 South Salt Lake 17.7"

41 Taylorsville 17.7"

42 Nibley 17.8"

43 Hyrum 17.8"

44 Santaquin 18.4"

45 Stansbury Park 18.4"

46 Tooele 18.4"

47 Grantsville 18.4"

48 West Haven 18.8"

49 Pleasant View 18.8"

50 Perry 18.8"

51 Hooper 18.8"

52 Plain City 18.8"

53 Farr West 18.8"

54 Providence 19.0"

55 North Logan 19.0"

56 Sandy 19.8"

57 Orem 19.9"

58 Salem 20.2"

59 Spanish Fork 20.2"

60 Mapleton 20.2"

61 Payson 20.2"

62 Kaysville 20.7"

63 Fruit Heights 20.7"

64 Highland 21.1"

65 Alpine 21.1"

66 Harrisville 21.6"

67 Snyderville 22.4"

68 Woods Cross 22.6"

69 North Salt Lake 22.6"

70 Ogden 23.0"

71 Layton 23.1"

72 Midvale 24.3"

73 Holladay 24.3"

74 Murray 24.3"

75 Riverton 24.3"

76 White City metro township 24.3"

77 Cottonwood Heights 24.3"

78 North Ogden 25.0"

79 Summit Park 25.0"

80 South Weber 26.2"

81 South Ogden 26.2"

82 Washington Terrace 26.2"

83 Provo 26.7"

84 Salt Lake City 27.0"

85 Bountiful 27.6"

86 West Bountiful 27.6"

87 Centerville 27.6"

88 Farmington 27.6"

89 Lehi 29.4"

90 South Jordan 42.6"

91 West Valley City 44.7"

92 West Jordan 45.0"

The driest cities in Utah receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Roosevelt receives just 7.4 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. Roosevelt gets just 7.4" 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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