There is no country on Earth that receives absolutely zero rainfall. Even the driest places on the planet, like the Atacama Desert in Chile, experience some precipitation, albeit very infrequent and minimal.
While some regions might go years without measurable rainfall, the term "no rainfall" is not technically accurate for any entire country.
Here are some of the driest places on Earth:
- Atacama Desert (Chile): Known as the driest non-polar desert, it receives less than 0.004 inches of rainfall annually.
- Namib Desert (Namibia and Angola): This desert receives less than 0.5 inches of rainfall annually, and some areas are completely rainless for years.
- Simpson Desert (Australia): The driest desert in Australia, the Simpson Desert receives less than 5 inches of rainfall annually.
- Dry Valleys (Antarctica): These valleys are considered the driest place on Earth, receiving less than 0.004 inches of rainfall annually.
While these places receive very little rainfall, it's important to note that even the driest deserts experience some form of precipitation, whether it's fog, dew, or occasional rain.
