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Which parts of Hungary are the driest and wettest?

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In Hungary, precipitation levels vary based on geography and elevation. The driest parts of the country are the central and eastern areas of the Great Alfold, while the wettest regions are the southwestern uplands.1

Generally, precipitation in the lowlands ranges from 20 to 24 inches (500 to 600 mm), whereas higher elevations receive between 24 and 31 inches (600 to 800 mm) annually. Because of the relatively dry climate in the central and eastern plains, large-scale irrigation systems have been constructed, particularly along the Tisza River, to support the region.12