United States City Rankings

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — United States

1 Ketchikan AK 157.3"

2 Hawaiian Paradise Park HI 151.2"

3 Hilo HI 120.4"

4 Sitka AK 102.1"

5 North Bend WA 99.8"

6 Hialeah FL 91.9"

7 Tillamook OR 89.8"

8 Mount Hood Villages OR 89.8"

9 Miami Gardens FL 86.8"

10 Sunrise FL 86.4"

11 Miramar FL 85.0"

12 Aberdeen WA 84.9"

13 Kendall FL 84.4"

14 Coral Springs FL 83.7"

15 Fort Lauderdale FL 81.0"

16 Miami Beach FL 80.1"

17 Pembroke Pines FL 80.1"

18 Davie FL 79.9"

19 Pompano Beach FL 79.6"

20 Hollywood FL 79.4"

21 Sandy OR 79.0"

22 Deerfield Beach FL 78.7"

23 Brookings OR 77.6"

24 Seaside OR 76.7"

25 Miami FL 76.6"

26 Mililani Mauka HI 76.2"

27 Ahuimanu HI 76.2"

28 Kahaluu HI 76.2"

29 Kodiak AK 75.6"

30 Brevard NC 75.6"

31 Ocean Shores WA 75.2"

32 Anchorage AK 74.4"

33 Niceville FL 73.4"

34 Boca Raton FL 73.2"

35 Brownsville FL 72.9"

36 Gladeview FL 72.9"

37 West Little River FL 72.9"

38 Miami Springs FL 72.9"

39 Newport OR 72.4"

40 Tequesta FL 72.2"

41 Lake Park FL 72.2"

42 Jupiter FL 72.2"

43 North Palm Beach FL 72.2"

44 Brewton AL 72.2"

45 Bay Minette AL 71.8"

46 Thibodaux LA 71.1"

47 Schriever LA 71.1"

48 Raceland LA 71.1"

49 Chackbay LA 71.1"

50 Homestead FL 71.0"

51 Baytown TX 70.6"

52 Chalmette LA 70.4"

53 Meraux LA 70.4"

54 Boynton Beach FL 70.3"

55 Warrenton OR 70.3"

56 Astoria OR 70.3"

57 Sunset FL 69.7"

58 Westchester FL 69.7"

59 Tamiami FL 69.7"

60 Sweetwater FL 69.7"

61 Kendale Lakes FL 69.7"

62 Olympia Heights FL 69.7"

63 Westwood Lakes FL 69.7"

64 Fairhope AL 69.3"

65 Moss Bluff LA 69.3"

66 Gulf Shores AL 69.0"

67 Foley AL 69.0"

68 Robertsdale AL 69.0"

69 Broadview Park FL 68.8"

70 Weston FL 68.8"

71 Southwest Ranches FL 68.8"

72 Cooper City FL 68.8"

73 Hoquiam WA 68.8"

74 Philomath OR 68.8"

75 North Miami Beach FL 68.3"

76 Aventura FL 68.3"

77 Golden Glades FL 68.3"

78 Sunny Isles Beach FL 68.3"

79 Hallandale Beach FL 68.3"

80 Ojus FL 68.3"

81 West Park FL 68.3"

82 Ives Estates FL 68.3"

83 Pembroke Park FL 68.3"

84 North Miami FL 68.3"

85 Sultan WA 68.3"

86 Bellview FL 68.3"

87 Brent FL 68.3"

88 Midway CDP (Santa Rosa County) FL 68.3"

89 West Pensacola FL 68.3"

90 Gulf Breeze FL 68.3"

91 Pensacola FL 68.3"

92 Pass Christian MS 68.2"

93 Long Beach MS 68.2"

94 Florence OR 68.1"

95 Shelton WA 67.9"

96 Pace FL 67.8"

97 Ferry Pass FL 67.8"

98 Ensley FL 67.8"

99 Gonzalez FL 67.8"

100 Fountainebleau FL 67.4"

The rainiest cities in United States receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Ketchikan leads with 157.3 inches of precipitation annually.

High rainfall supports diverse ecosystems, extensive park systems, and reliable water supplies. These cities often feature vibrant gardens, green spaces, and agricultural communities that benefit from consistent moisture throughout the year.

While abundant rainfall supports lush environments, it can also bring challenges including flooding risks, high humidity, and more frequent overcast days. Many rainy cities have adapted with robust drainage systems, covered public spaces, and a cultural embrace of indoor activities.

Did You Know?

1. Ketchikan receives 157.3" of precipitation annually — that's about 13.1 feet of water.
2. The rainiest cities in the U.S. are primarily in the Southeast and Pacific Northwest, though for very different reasons — tropical moisture vs. marine influence.
3. High rainfall areas tend to have lower wildfire risk and more reliable municipal water supplies.

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