{"id":99743,"date":"2025-04-11T12:11:38","date_gmt":"2025-04-11T19:11:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=99743"},"modified":"2025-04-11T12:17:25","modified_gmt":"2025-04-11T19:17:25","slug":"driest-cities-in-the-us","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/driest-cities-in-the-us\/","title":{"rendered":"The 10 Driest Cities in the U.S., Ranked"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Some U.S. cities are defined by their dry, sunny weather, trading <\/span>lush greenery<\/span><\/a> for sweeping desert landscapes, open skies, and low humidity. From desert basins to high plateaus, these places see just a few inches of precipitation a year, creating a climate that\u2019s both striking and, for many, appealing.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s no surprise that many of the driest cities in the country are in the Southwestern U.S., a region known for its agriculture, desert climate, and warm weather. In fact, this sunny, dry appeal helped <\/span>drive migration<\/span><\/a> to the area during the pandemic, as people looked for more space and a change of pace. But with year-round warmth and sun comes challenges, namely drought and long-term water security.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, if you\u2019re looking for a warm retreat or want to say goodbye to the rain, we\u2019re here to help. We’ve compiled a list of the driest cities in the U.S. to help you move with confidence. Read on to learn more and discover if one of these places is right for you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How we determine the driest cities<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before diving into the driest cities, let\u2019s define our terms. There are two common ways to calculate whether a city is dry: <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n