Driest Cities in Gauteng

Top 48 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Gauteng

1 Krugersdorp 17.6"

2 Ivory Park 17.6"

3 Centurion 17.6"

4 Alexandra 17.6"

5 Germiston 17.6"

6 Roodepoort 17.6"

7 Randburg 17.6"

8 Diepsloot 17.6"

9 Midrand 17.6"

10 Edenvale 17.6"

11 Thembisa 17.6"

12 Midstream 17.6"

13 Eden Glen 17.6"

14 Eastleigh 17.6"

15 Eden Glen Ext 60 17.6"

16 Johannesburg 17.6"

17 Pretoria 17.6"

18 Mabopane 17.6"

19 Soshanguve 17.6"

20 Carletonville 17.9"

21 Westonaria 17.9"

22 Glenharvie 17.9"

23 Cullinan 19.5"

24 Kwamhlanga 19.5"

25 Rethabiseng 19.5"

26 Ekangala 19.5"

27 Devon 19.6"

28 Boksburg 20.4"

29 Bronkhorstspruit 20.4"

30 Etwatwa 20.4"

31 Benoni 20.4"

32 Brakpan 20.4"

33 Verena 21.6"

34 Poortje 21.7"

35 Soweto 21.7"

36 Vanderbijlpark 21.7"

37 Evaton 21.7"

38 Walkerville 21.7"

39 Orange Farm 21.7"

40 Vereeniging 21.7"

41 Alberton 21.7"

42 Tokoza 21.7"

43 Heidelberg 26.7"

44 Nigel 27.0"

45 Magaliesburg 27.1"

46 Springs 27.6"

47 Randfontein 27.6"

48 Bagale 28.2"

The driest cities in Gauteng receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Krugersdorp receives just 17.6 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. Krugersdorp gets just 17.6" 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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