Driest Cities in Armenia

Top 81 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Armenia

1 Vagharshapat 03 9.3"

2 Zovuni 05 9.3"

3 Arinj 05 9.3"

4 Ararat village 02 9.3"

5 Garni 05 9.3"

6 Nor Kharberd 02 9.3"

7 Mkhchyan 02 9.3"

8 Nubarashen 11 9.3"

9 Vedi 02 9.3"

10 Nork-Marash 11 9.3"

11 Ararat 02 9.3"

12 Masis 02 9.3"

13 Artashat 02 9.3"

14 Ayntap 02 9.3"

15 Davtashen 11 9.3"

16 Avan 11 9.3"

17 Kanaker-Zeytun 11 9.3"

18 Arabkir 11 9.3"

19 Ajapnyak 11 9.3"

20 Erebuni 11 9.3"

21 Kentron 11 9.3"

22 Nor Nork 11 9.3"

23 Shengavit 11 9.3"

24 Malatia-Sebastia 11 9.3"

25 Yerevan 11 9.3"

26 Jrvezh 05 9.3"

27 Parakar 03 9.3"

28 Proshyan 05 9.3"

29 Kasakh 05 9.3"

30 Margara 03 10.1"

31 Armavir 03 10.1"

32 Metsamor 03 10.1"

33 Sardarapat 03 10.1"

34 Aragatsavan 01 14.6"

35 Yeghegnadzor 10 14.9"

36 Vayk 10 16.6"

37 Yeranos 04 18.1"

38 Gyumri 07 18.6"

39 Akhuryan 07 18.6"

40 Noratus 04 18.8"

41 Martuni 04 19.3"

42 Karanlukh 04 19.3"

43 Lichk 04 19.3"

44 Nerkin Getashen 04 19.3"

45 Geghhovit 04 19.3"

46 Kajaran 08 19.7"

47 Gavar 04 19.7"

48 Berd 09 19.9"

49 Kapan 08 20.1"

50 Vardenis 04 20.2"

51 Zolakar 04 20.3"

52 Vardenik 04 20.3"

53 Sevan 04 21.2"

54 Sisian 08 21.5"

55 Karmirgyugh 04 22.0"

56 Sarukhan 04 22.0"

57 Hrazdan 05 22.2"

58 Ijevan 09 22.4"

59 Dilijan 09 23.0"

60 Chambarak 04 23.4"

61 Goris 08 24.5"

62 Metsavan 06 26.0"

63 Alaverdi 06 28.6"

64 Spitak 06 28.6"

65 Vanadzor 06 28.6"

66 Stepanavan 06 28.6"

67 Tashir 06 28.6"

68 Gugark 06 28.6"

69 Aparan 01 31.2"

70 Abovyan 05 31.2"

71 Byurakan 01 31.2"

72 Charentsavan 05 31.2"

73 Ashtarak 01 31.2"

74 Oshakan 01 31.2"

75 Yeghvard 05 31.2"

76 Byureghavan 05 31.2"

77 Nor Hachn 05 31.2"

78 Nor Geghi 05 31.2"

79 Artik 07 31.5"

80 Azatan 07 31.5"

81 Maralik 07 31.5"

The driest cities in Armenia receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Vagharshapat receives just 9.3 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. Vagharshapat gets just 9.3" 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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