Driest Cities in Virginia

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Virginia

1 Lynchburg 32.9"

2 Woodstock 37.2"

3 Richmond 37.8"

4 Harrisonburg 39.0"

5 Bridgewater 39.0"

6 Massanetta Springs 39.0"

7 Covington 39.5"

8 Roanoke 39.6"

9 Pulaski 40.0"

10 Strasburg 40.1"

11 Staunton 40.6"

12 Stuarts Draft 40.6"

13 Winchester 40.7"

14 Woodbridge 41.0"

15 Cherry Hill 41.0"

16 Leesylvania 41.0"

17 Montclair 41.0"

18 Triangle 41.0"

19 Potomac Mills 41.0"

20 Dumfries 41.0"

21 Quantico Base 41.0"

22 Ashburn 41.3"

23 Sterling 41.3"

24 Great Falls 41.3"

25 Sugarland Run 41.3"

26 Lansdowne 41.3"

27 Cascades 41.3"

28 Lowes Island 41.3"

29 Belmont 41.3"

30 Countryside 41.3"

31 Dulles Town Center 41.3"

32 Hollymead 41.6"

33 Wytheville 41.7"

34 Springfield 41.8"

35 Bailey's Crossroads 41.8"

36 Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) 41.8"

37 Rose Hill CDP (Fairfax County) 41.8"

38 Lincolnia 41.8"

39 Franconia 41.8"

40 Hybla Valley 41.8"

41 Kingstowne 41.8"

42 Fort Hunt 41.8"

43 Newington 41.8"

44 Groveton 41.8"

45 Huntington 41.8"

46 Mount Vernon 41.8"

47 Fort Belvoir 41.8"

48 Radford 42.1"

49 Christiansburg 42.1"

50 Blacksburg 42.6"

51 Timberlake 42.8"

52 Vinton 42.8"

53 Lexington 42.9"

54 Buena Vista 42.9"

55 Centreville 43.2"

56 Herndon 43.2"

57 Chantilly 43.2"

58 McNair 43.2"

59 Franklin Farm 43.2"

60 Dranesville 43.2"

61 Greenbriar 43.2"

62 Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) 43.2"

63 Floris 43.2"

64 Hutchison 43.2"

65 Newport News 43.3"

66 Hampton 43.3"

67 Front Royal 43.4"

68 Fredericksburg 43.4"

69 Lake of the Woods 43.4"

70 Aquia Harbour 43.4"

71 Spotsylvania Courthouse 43.4"

72 Stafford Courthouse 43.4"

73 Falmouth 43.4"

74 Reston 43.6"

75 Burke 43.6"

76 Annandale 43.6"

77 Oakton 43.6"

78 Fair Oaks 43.6"

79 West Falls Church 43.6"

80 Tysons 43.6"

81 Fairfax 43.6"

82 West Springfield 43.6"

83 Lorton 43.6"

84 Merrifield 43.6"

85 Idylwood 43.6"

86 Burke Centre 43.6"

87 Vienna 43.6"

88 Wolf Trap 43.6"

89 Kings Park West 43.6"

90 Newington Forest 43.6"

91 Fairfax Station 43.6"

92 Difficult Run 43.6"

93 Woodburn 43.6"

94 George Mason 43.6"

95 Dunn Loring 43.6"

96 Fair Lakes 43.6"

97 Laurel Hill 43.6"

98 North Springfield 43.6"

99 Mantua 43.6"

100 Long Branch 43.6"

The driest cities in Virginia receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Lynchburg receives just 32.9 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. Lynchburg gets just 32.9" 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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