Driest Cities in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC)

Top 37 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC)

1 Cần Giờ 57.3"

2 Vũng Tàu 63.7"

3 Ho Chi Minh City 69.9"

4 Chợ Lớn 69.9"

5 Quận Mười 69.9"

6 Tân Bình 69.9"

7 Quận Mười Một 69.9"

8 Quận Sáu 69.9"

9 Xã An Ngãi 70.8"

10 Thị Trấn Đất Đỏ 70.8"

11 Ấp Phước Tĩnh 70.8"

12 Xã Long Hải 70.8"

13 Thành Phố Bà Rịa 70.8"

14 Quận Ba 71.9"

15 Quận Bốn 71.9"

16 Quận Năm 71.9"

17 Gò Vấp 71.9"

18 Nhà Bè 71.9"

19 Bình Thạnh 71.9"

20 Củ Chi 74.4"

21 Xóm Mỹ Xuân 75.9"

22 Phú Mỹ 75.9"

23 Thủ Dầu Một 76.5"

24 Ấp Bình Châu 76.8"

25 Côn Đảo 80.0"

26 Côn Sơn 80.0"

27 Dĩ An 80.2"

28 Thủ Đức 80.2"

29 Thuận An 80.2"

30 Thị Trấn Phước Bửu 81.5"

31 Xuyên Mộc 81.5"

32 Ấp Xuân Sơn 81.5"

33 Bến Cát 81.8"

34 Thị Trấn Ngải Giao 82.2"

35 Suối Nghệ 82.2"

36 Xã Bình Giả 82.2"

37 Tân Uyên 84.8"

The driest cities in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Cần Giờ receives just 57.3 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. Cần Giờ gets just 57.3" 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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