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Driest Cities in Kyrgyzstan

Top 61 cities ranked by driest cities

Driest Cities — Kyrgyzstan

1 Balykchy 07 6.9"
2 Khalmion 09 7.4"
3 Batken 09 7.4"
4 Kyzyl-Jol 09 7.4"
5 Kyzyl-Bel’ 09 7.4"
6 Ak-Dzhar 04 8.5"
7 At-Bashi 04 8.5"
8 Naryn 04 9.9"
9 Bokombayevskoye 07 10.2"
10 Kulundu 09 10.8"
11 Kyzyl-Kyya 09 11.1"
12 Uch-Korgon 09 11.1"
13 Iradan 09 11.1"
14 Baetovo 04 11.1"
15 Kemin 02 11.6"
16 Cholpon-Ata 07 11.7"
17 Pokrovka 06 12.0"
18 Samarkandyk 09 12.4"
19 Osh 08 13.1"
20 Kyzyl-Adyr 06 13.3"
21 Kochkor-Ata 03 13.6"
22 Kara Suu 08 13.7"
23 Tash-Kumyr 03 14.3"
24 Boz-Beshik 07 14.4"
25 Massy 03 14.7"
26 Razzakov 09 15.6"
27 Suluktu 09 15.6"
28 Jalal-Abad 03 15.6"
29 Suzak 03 15.6"
30 Kerben 03 15.7"
31 Kaindy 02 15.8"
32 Katran 09 15.9"
33 Talas 06 16.1"
34 Bazar-Korgon 03 16.2"
35 Sovetskoye 03 16.2"
36 Kyzyl-Suu 07 16.2"
37 Kara-Balta 02 16.2"
38 Tokmok 02 16.3"
39 Kant 02 16.3"
40 Lebedinovka 02 16.4"
41 Ivanovka 02 16.5"
42 Bishkek 01 16.6"
43 Mayevka 02 16.6"
44 Nizhnyaya Ala-Archa 02 16.6"
45 Daroot-Korgon 08 16.7"
46 Kazarman 03 16.7"
47 Belovodskoye 02 17.0"
48 Nookat 08 17.1"
49 Andarak 09 17.2"
50 Ala-Buka 03 17.4"
51 Uzgen 08 17.7"
52 Toktogul 03 18.4"
53 Kolkhoz Imeni Kirova 03 18.4"
54 Gul’cha 08 18.6"
55 Ak-Suu 07 18.7"
56 Karakol 07 19.1"
57 Sosnovka 02 19.6"
58 Kara-Kulja 08 20.0"
59 Aydarken 09 20.4"
60 Tyup 07 22.7"
61 Kara-Kul’ 03 24.6"

The driest cities in Kyrgyzstan receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Balykchy receives just 6.9 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. Balykchy gets just 6.9" 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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