Driest Cities in Albania

Top 69 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Albania

1 Bilisht 46 32.5"

2 Korçë 46 33.5"

3 Novoselë 51 36.1"

4 Rajcë 43 36.4"

5 Përrenjas 43 36.4"

6 Pogradec 46 36.5"

7 Fier-Çifçi 44 37.2"

8 Fier 44 37.2"

9 Patos 44 37.2"

10 Zharrëz 44 37.2"

11 Ersekë 46 37.3"

12 Vlorë 51 38.0"

13 Kukës 47 38.3"

14 Patos Fshat 44 38.4"

15 Selenicë 51 38.4"

16 Roskovec 44 38.4"

17 Lushnjë 44 39.1"

18 Durrës 42 39.1"

19 Golem 44 39.1"

20 Rrogozhinë 50 39.3"

21 Hotolisht 43 39.4"

22 Shupenzë 41 39.4"

23 Peshkopi 41 40.3"

24 Librazhd 43 41.3"

25 Librazhd-Qendër 43 41.6"

26 Kavajë 50 41.7"

27 Ndroq 50 41.7"

28 Bulqizë 41 43.2"

29 Klos 41 44.7"

30 Burrel 41 44.7"

31 Petrelë 50 44.7"

32 Shijak 42 45.1"

33 Xhafzotaj 42 45.1"

34 Tirana 50 45.7"

35 Kolonjë 44 46.4"

36 Divjakë 44 46.4"

37 Përmet 45 46.5"

38 Berat 40 46.9"

39 Tepelenë 45 46.9"

40 Otllak 40 46.9"

41 Velabisht 40 46.9"

42 Pukë 49 48.0"

43 Fushë-Krujë 42 48.2"

44 Kamëz 50 48.2"

45 Nikël 42 48.2"

46 Zall-Herr 50 48.2"

47 Mamurras 48 49.1"

48 Krujë 42 49.1"

49 Laç 48 49.1"

50 Rrëshen 48 49.7"

51 Perondi 40 52.6"

52 Kozarë 40 52.6"

53 Bradashesh 43 52.6"

54 Elbasan 43 52.6"

55 Papër 43 52.6"

56 Gramsh 43 52.6"

57 Cërrik 43 52.6"

58 Ura Vajgurore 40 52.6"

59 Kuçovë 40 52.6"

60 Poshnjë 40 52.6"

61 Belsh 43 52.6"

62 Kutalli 40 52.6"

63 Peqin 43 52.6"

64 Shëngjin 48 54.1"

65 Lezhë 48 54.1"

66 Gjirokastër 45 56.5"

67 Delvinë 51 56.9"

68 Sarandë 51 56.9"

69 Shkodër 49 63.8"

The driest cities in Albania receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Bilisht receives just 32.5 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. Bilisht gets just 32.5" 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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