Driest Cities in Virginia

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

Best Virginia Cities

Composite rankings combining multiple weighted metrics, 4 topics from climate and air quality data.

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Driest Cities - Virginia

1 Harrisonburg 39.0"
2 Bridgewater 39.0"
3 Massanetta Springs 39.0"
4 Covington 39.5"
5 Woodstock 39.6"
6 Pulaski 40.0"
7 Strasburg 40.1"
8 Staunton 40.6"
9 Winchester 40.7"
10 Dale City 41.0"
11 Lake Ridge 41.0"
12 Woodbridge 41.0"
13 Cherry Hill 41.0"
14 Leesylvania 41.0"
15 Montclair 41.0"
16 Triangle 41.0"
17 Independent Hill 41.0"
18 Laurel Hill 41.0"
19 Aquia Harbour 41.0"
20 Potomac Mills 41.0"
21 Stafford Courthouse 41.0"
22 Dumfries 41.0"
23 Quantico Base 41.0"
24 Bluefield 41.2"
25 Hollymead 41.6"
26 Wytheville 41.7"
27 Arlington 41.8"
28 Alexandria 41.8"
29 Annandale 41.8"
30 Springfield 41.8"
31 West Falls Church 41.8"
32 Bailey's Crossroads 41.8"
33 West Springfield 41.8"
34 Lorton 41.8"
35 Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) 41.8"
36 Rose Hill CDP (Fairfax County) 41.8"
37 Lincolnia 41.8"
38 Franconia 41.8"
39 Hybla Valley 41.8"
40 Idylwood 41.8"
41 Kingstowne 41.8"
42 Fort Hunt 41.8"
43 Falls Church 41.8"
44 Newington 41.8"
45 Groveton 41.8"
46 Huntington 41.8"
47 Mount Vernon 41.8"
48 Newington Forest 41.8"
49 Lake Barcroft 41.8"
50 Seven Corners 41.8"
51 Fort Belvoir 41.8"
52 North Springfield 41.8"
53 South Run 41.8"
54 Pimmit Hills 41.8"
55 Crosspointe 41.8"
56 Christiansburg 42.1"
57 Radford 42.1"
58 Blacksburg 42.6"
59 Roanoke 42.8"
60 Lynchburg 42.8"
61 Cave Spring 42.8"
62 Salem 42.8"
63 Hollins 42.8"
64 Timberlake 42.8"
65 Forest 42.8"
66 Madison Heights 42.8"
67 Vinton 42.8"
68 Lexington 42.9"
69 Buena Vista 43.0"
70 Centreville 43.2"
71 Reston 43.2"
72 Leesburg 43.2"
73 Ashburn 43.2"
74 Manassas 43.2"
75 Linton Hall 43.2"
76 Fair Oaks 43.2"
77 South Riding 43.2"
78 Sterling 43.2"
79 Herndon 43.2"
80 Brambleton 43.2"
81 Chantilly 43.2"
82 McNair 43.2"
83 Buckhall 43.2"
84 Franklin Farm 43.2"
85 Sudley 43.2"
86 Gainesville 43.2"
87 Manassas Park 43.2"
88 Bull Run CDP (Prince William County) 43.2"
89 Stone Ridge 43.2"
90 Broadlands 43.2"
91 Sugarland Run 43.2"
92 Lansdowne 43.2"
93 Cascades 43.2"
94 Fairfax Station 43.2"
95 Dranesville 43.2"
96 Lowes Island 43.2"
97 Yorkshire 43.2"
98 Loudoun Valley Estates 43.2"
99 Difficult Run 43.2"
100 Belmont 43.2"

The driest cities in Virginia receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Harrisonburg receives just 39.0 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. Harrisonburg gets just 39.0" 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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