Driest Cities in Mpumalanga

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Mpumalanga

1 Moloto South 19.5"

2 eMbalenhle 19.6"

3 Trichardt 19.6"

4 Leslie 19.6"

5 Lebohang 19.6"

6 Secunda 19.6"

7 Kinross 19.6"

8 Evander 19.6"

9 Nthrowane 19.6"

10 Delmas 20.4"

11 Somaroboro 21.6"

12 Kwaggafontein 21.6"

13 Gemsbokspruit 21.6"

14 Vaalbank 22.0"

15 Allemansdrif 22.0"

16 Siyabuswa 22.1"

17 Middelburg 22.7"

18 Hendrina 22.7"

19 Thubelihle 22.7"

20 Mmametlhake 23.1"

21 Motetema 23.9"

22 Komatipoort 24.5"

23 Leeuwfontein-C 24.5"

24 Grootvlei 26.3"

25 Magogeni 26.5"

26 Kamaqhekeza 26.7"

27 Balfour 26.8"

28 Doornkop 26.9"

29 Kriel 27.0"

30 Morgenzon 27.1"

31 Standerton 27.1"

32 Phola 27.1"

33 Bethal 27.2"

34 Emalahleni 27.4"

35 Ermelo 27.6"

36 Perdekop 27.6"

37 Burgersfort 27.9"

38 Breyten 28.3"

39 Daggakraal 28.6"

40 Amersfoort 28.6"

41 Carolina 29.7"

42 Tekwane 30.2"

43 Lydenburg 30.6"

44 Wakkerstroom 30.6"

45 Volksrust 30.6"

46 Mbombela 30.8"

47 Matsulu 30.8"

48 Schoemansdal 30.8"

49 Driekoppies 30.8"

50 Embhojeni 30.8"

51 Emtfuntini 30.8"

52 Mhlambanyatsi 30.8"

53 Kamhlushwa 30.8"

54 Bosfontein 30.8"

55 Khokhamoya 31.0"

56 Kamalamule 31.0"

57 eMakhazeni B 31.0"

58 Matsavana 31.0"

59 Belfast 32.2"

60 Machadodorp 32.6"

61 White River 32.6"

62 Emgwenya 33.1"

63 Driefontein 33.2"

64 Lothair 33.9"

65 eManzana 33.9"

66 Ngema Tribal Trust 34.2"

67 Barberton 34.9"

68 Lukwatini 34.9"

69 Nhlazatje 34.9"

70 Tjakastad 34.9"

71 Ekulindeni 34.9"

72 Piet Retief 35.0"

73 Dullstroom 35.5"

74 eMvelo 35.7"

75 KwaThandeka 38.7"

76 Thulamahashe 39.4"

77 Xikhusese 39.4"

78 Maboke 39.4"

79 Bolla-Tau 39.4"

80 Tsakani 39.4"

81 Edinburgh A 39.4"

82 Godide 39.4"

83 Kgapamadi 39.4"

84 Redhill 48.3"

85 Fernie 48.3"

86 Empuluzu 48.3"

87 Glenmore 48.3"

88 Mkhuhlu 50.9"

89 Calcutta 50.9"

90 Hlanganani 50.9"

91 Mafemani 50.9"

92 Sabie 50.9"

93 Oakley 50.9"

94 Buyisonto 50.9"

95 Shatale 50.9"

96 Marite 50.9"

97 Madyembeni 50.9"

98 Maviljan A 50.9"

99 Madras A 50.9"

100 Thabakgolo 50.9"

The driest cities in Mpumalanga receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Moloto South receives just 19.5 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. Moloto South gets just 19.5" 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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