Driest Cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Bosnia and Herzegovina

1 Donja Mahala 01 28.3"

2 Brčko BRC 29.6"

3 Bijeljina 02 29.9"

4 Odžak 01 30.0"

5 Mionica 01 30.8"

6 Gradačac 01 30.8"

7 Modriča 02 31.8"

8 Janja 02 32.1"

9 Srebrenik 01 32.8"

10 Tešanjka 01 33.0"

11 Doboj 02 33.0"

12 Gračanica 01 33.4"

13 Orahovica Donja 01 34.1"

14 Srbac 02 34.3"

15 Lukavac 01 34.3"

16 Maglaj 01 34.4"

17 Jelah 01 34.6"

18 Teslić 02 34.6"

19 Tešanj 01 34.6"

20 Tojšići 01 34.9"

21 Tuzla 01 34.9"

22 Zvornik 02 35.0"

23 Prnjavor 02 35.2"

24 Žepče 01 35.5"

25 Zavidovići 01 35.5"

26 Brod 02 35.6"

27 Derventa 02 35.6"

28 Banovići 01 36.0"

29 Živinice 01 36.0"

30 Gostovići 01 36.3"

31 Kovači 01 36.3"

32 Sapna 01 36.4"

33 Donji Vakuf 01 36.5"

34 Bugojno 01 36.5"

35 Željezno Polje 01 36.9"

36 Gradiška 02 36.9"

37 Zenica 01 37.1"

38 Posušje 01 37.1"

39 Milići 02 37.1"

40 Kotor Varoš 02 37.3"

41 Kozarska Dubica 02 37.5"

42 Divičani 01 37.8"

43 Jajce 01 37.8"

44 Kačuni 01 38.2"

45 Šekovići 02 38.5"

46 Laktaši 02 38.5"

47 Trn 02 38.5"

48 Kakanj 01 38.5"

49 Mejdan - Obilićevo 02 38.7"

50 Čelinac 02 38.7"

51 Banja Luka 02 38.7"

52 Blatnica 02 39.1"

53 Kladanj 01 39.2"

54 Kneževo 02 39.5"

55 Vitez 01 39.7"

56 Gornji Vakuf 01 39.8"

57 Ljubuški 01 39.9"

58 Gromiljak 01 40.0"

59 Kiseljak 01 40.0"

60 Mahala 01 40.1"

61 Vareš 01 40.1"

62 Prozor 01 40.2"

63 Široki Brijeg 01 40.3"

64 Šipovo 02 40.3"

65 Novi Travnik 01 40.4"

66 Travnik 01 40.4"

67 Prijedor 02 40.4"

68 Ilijaš 01 40.5"

69 Visoko 01 40.5"

70 Omarska 02 40.7"

71 Mrkonjić Grad 02 40.8"

72 Tomislavgrad 01 40.9"

73 Mostar 01 41.1"

74 Fojnica 01 41.2"

75 Jablanica 01 41.2"

76 Podhum 01 41.3"

77 Livno 01 41.3"

78 Višegrad 02 41.5"

79 Novi Grad 02 41.7"

80 Sanski Most 01 41.7"

81 Čapljina 01 41.8"

82 Vogošća 01 41.9"

83 Sarajevo 01 41.9"

84 Ključ 01 42.1"

85 Rodoč 01 42.4"

86 Čitluk 01 42.4"

87 Potoci 01 42.6"

88 Sokolac 02 42.7"

89 Konjic 01 43.0"

90 Nevesinje 02 43.1"

91 Podzvizd 01 43.1"

92 Goražde 01 43.2"

93 Hadžići 01 43.5"

94 Ilidža 01 43.5"

95 Crnići 01 43.7"

96 Stolac 01 43.7"

97 Pale 02 44.1"

98 Foča 02 44.8"

99 Velika Kladuša 01 45.2"

100 Otoka 01 45.5"

The driest cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Donja Mahala receives just 28.3 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. Donja Mahala gets just 28.3" 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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