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Driest Cities in Pakistan

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

Best Pakistan Cities

Composite rankings combining multiple weighted metrics — 4 topics from climate and air quality data.

Best Climate Cities
Warm temperatures, plenty of sunshine and clean air.
Cleanest Air Cities
Lowest pollution levels for healthy outdoor living.
Sunniest Cities
Most days of sunshine per year, with warm and dry climate.
Most Urban Cities
Densely populated city centers with the largest urban footprints.
Population & Density
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Climate & Air
Warmest Cities Coldest Cities Rainiest Cities Driest Cities Sunniest Cities Snowiest Cities
Geography & Infrastructure
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Driest Cities — Pakistan

1 Nok Kundi 02 1.7"
2 Taftan 02 2.4"
3 Mian Sahib 05 3.4"
4 Usta Muhammad 02 3.4"
5 Jacobabad 05 3.4"
6 Thul 05 3.4"
7 Tangwani 05 3.4"
8 Lakhi 05 3.4"
9 Rustam 05 3.4"
10 Shikarpur 05 3.5"
11 Rohri 05 3.5"
12 Garhiyasin 05 3.5"
13 Sukkur 05 3.5"
14 Chak 05 3.5"
15 Sohbatpur 02 3.5"
16 Bagarji 05 3.5"
17 Pano Aqil 05 3.5"
18 Ghauspur 05 3.5"
19 Mehrabpur 02 3.5"
20 Adilpur 05 3.5"
21 Naudero 05 3.5"
22 Madeji 05 3.5"
23 Dalbandin 02 3.6"
24 Ghotki 05 3.6"
25 Kandhkot 05 3.6"
26 Ratodero 05 3.7"
27 Garhi Khairo 05 3.7"
28 Larkana 05 3.7"
29 Miro Khan 05 3.7"
30 Khanpur Mahar 05 3.7"
31 Mirpur Mathelo 05 3.8"
32 Khairpur Mir’s 05 3.8"
33 Washuk 02 3.8"
34 Pir Jo Goth 05 3.8"
35 Shahdad Kot 05 3.8"
36 Gambat 05 3.9"
37 Kambar 05 3.9"
38 Sobhodero 05 4.0"
39 Khairpur 05 4.0"
40 Ubauro 05 4.0"
41 Hingorja 05 4.0"
42 Setharja Old 05 4.0"
43 Kashmor 05 4.0"
44 Goth Garelo 05 4.1"
45 New Badah 05 4.1"
46 Qubo Saeed Khan 05 4.1"
47 Dokri 05 4.1"
48 Ranipur 05 4.1"
49 Bozdar Wada 05 4.1"
50 Kot Diji 05 4.1"
51 Gwadar 02 4.2"
52 Pasni 02 4.2"
53 Nasirabad 05 4.2"
54 Saddiqabad 04 4.2"
55 Kandiaro 05 4.3"
56 Jiwani 02 4.3"
57 Bhag 02 4.4"
58 Karaundi 05 4.4"
59 Warah 05 4.4"
60 Bhiria 05 4.4"
61 Kharan 02 4.4"
62 Goth Radhan 05 4.4"
63 Kandiari 05 4.5"
64 Mehar 05 4.6"
65 Tharu Shah 05 4.7"
66 Sita Road 05 4.7"
67 Naushahro Firoz 05 4.7"
68 Darya Khan Marri 05 4.7"
69 Pad Idan 05 4.7"
70 Khairpur Nathan Shah 05 4.9"
71 Bandhi 05 4.9"
72 Rahim Yar Khan 04 5.0"
73 Goth Phulji 05 5.1"
74 Ormara 02 5.1"
75 Lodhran 04 5.2"
76 Daur 05 5.2"
77 Moro 05 5.2"
78 Dhanot 04 5.2"
79 Nawabshah 05 5.3"
80 Nushki 02 5.3"
81 Bahawalpur 04 5.4"
82 Kahror Pakka 04 5.4"
83 Jām Sāhib 05 5.4"
84 Dunyapur 04 5.4"
85 Dadu 05 5.4"
86 Sakrand 05 5.4"
87 Daulatpur 05 5.5"
88 Rojhan 04 5.5"
89 Jalalpur Pirwala 04 5.5"
90 Johi 05 5.5"
91 Sann 05 5.5"
92 Sehwan 05 5.6"
93 Shahpur Chakar 05 5.6"
94 Manjhand 05 5.6"
95 Gadani 02 5.7"
96 Yougu 07 5.7"
97 Turbat 02 5.7"
98 Dadhar 02 5.7"
99 Bhan 05 5.7"
100 Goth Shams Pir 05 5.8"

The driest cities in Pakistan receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Nok Kundi receives just 1.7 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. Nok Kundi gets just 1.7" 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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