Driest Cities in Uzbekistan

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Uzbekistan

1 Jondor Shaharchasi 02 3.6"

2 Qo’shko’pir 05 4.0"

3 Shovot 05 4.0"

4 Xiva 05 4.0"

5 Nukus 09 4.0"

6 Manghit 09 4.0"

7 Gurlan 05 4.0"

8 Urganch 05 4.1"

9 Xo‘jayli Shahri 09 4.1"

10 Kegeyli Shahar 09 4.2"

11 Qorao‘zak 09 4.2"

12 Oqmang‘it 09 4.3"

13 Beruniy 09 4.3"

14 Shumanay 09 4.4"

15 Oltinko‘l 09 4.5"

16 Qŭnghirot 09 4.5"

17 Gazli 02 4.6"

18 Uchkuduk 02 4.7"

19 Mŭynoq 09 4.7"

20 Hazorasp 05 4.8"

21 Novyy Turtkul’ 09 4.8"

22 Karakul’ 02 5.0"

23 Druzhba 05 5.0"

24 Yaypan 03 5.1"

25 Olot Shahri 02 5.1"

26 Rishton 03 5.3"

27 Qo‘qon 03 5.3"

28 Galaosiyo Shahri 02 5.4"

29 Romitan Shahri 02 5.4"

30 Beshariq 03 5.4"

31 Bukhara 02 5.4"

32 Eskiarab 03 5.6"

33 Oltiariq 03 5.6"

34 Kogon Shahri 02 5.6"

35 Qorovulbozor 02 5.8"

36 Vobkent Shahri 02 5.8"

37 Shofirkon Shahri 02 5.8"

38 Qanliko‘l 09 5.9"

39 G’ijduvon Shahri 02 6.0"

40 Muborak 08 6.2"

41 Beshkent 08 6.2"

42 Hamza 03 6.3"

43 Tinchlik 03 6.3"

44 Tirmiz 12 6.4"

45 Qiziltepa 07 6.6"

46 Nishon Tumani 08 7.1"

47 Yangi Marg‘ilon 03 7.1"

48 Toshloq 03 7.1"

49 Kirguli 03 7.1"

50 Marg‘ilon 03 7.1"

51 Fergana 03 7.1"

52 Koson 08 7.1"

53 Toshbuloq 06 7.2"

54 To‘rqao‘rg‘on 06 7.2"

55 Qarshi 08 7.4"

56 Namangan 06 7.6"

57 Quva 03 8.2"

58 Chinobod 01 8.2"

59 Pop 06 8.4"

60 Shahrixon 01 8.5"

61 Navoiy 07 8.5"

62 G‘ozg‘on 07 8.5"

63 Haqqulobod 06 8.9"

64 Quvasoy 03 9.0"

65 Marhamat 01 9.3"

66 Uychi 06 9.3"

67 Asaka 01 9.3"

68 Chortoq 06 9.6"

69 Uchqŭrghon Shahri 06 9.7"

70 Poytug‘ 01 9.8"

71 Nurota 07 9.8"

72 Sho‘rchi 12 10.4"

73 Yangirabot 07 10.4"

74 Paxtaobod 01 10.6"

75 Oqtosh 10 10.8"

76 Andijon 01 10.9"

77 Chust 06 11.4"

78 Bekobod 14 11.5"

79 Xo‘jaobod 01 11.9"

80 Jalolquduq 01 11.9"

81 Guliston 16 12.0"

82 Yangiyer 16 12.1"

83 Yangiqo‘rg‘on 06 12.1"

84 Payshamba Shahri 10 12.3"

85 Kattaqo’rg’on Shahri 10 12.3"

86 Qo‘rg‘ontepa 01 12.5"

87 Dardoq 01 12.5"

88 Oyim 01 12.5"

89 Gagarin Shahri 15 12.8"

90 G‘uzor 08 12.8"

91 Do’stlik Shahri 15 13.0"

92 Chinoz 14 13.0"

93 Sirdaryo 16 13.0"

94 Denov 12 13.0"

95 Ishtixon Shahri 10 13.1"

96 Kosonsoy 06 13.2"

97 Zafar 14 13.2"

98 Dashtobod 15 13.2"

99 G’oliblar Qishlog’i 15 13.4"

100 Bo‘ka 14 13.5"

The driest cities in Uzbekistan receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Jondor Shaharchasi receives just 3.6 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. Jondor Shaharchasi gets just 3.6" 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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