Rainiest Cities in Burkina Faso

Top 83 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — Burkina Faso

1 Niangoloko 02 44.8"

2 Mangodara 02 44.0"

3 Sindou 02 43.5"

4 Orodara 09 42.5"

5 Banfora 02 42.4"

6 Batié 13 40.0"

7 Gaoua 13 39.6"

8 Karankasso 09 38.5"

9 Diébougou 13 37.8"

10 Bobo-Dioulasso 09 37.6"

11 Kompienga 08 37.5"

12 Cinkansé 04 37.1"

13 Dano 13 36.5"

14 Léo 06 36.5"

15 Pô 07 35.8"

16 Pama 08 35.4"

17 Houndé 09 35.4"

18 Bama 01 35.4"

19 Zabré 04 34.1"

20 Bittou 04 34.0"

21 Solenzo 01 33.9"

22 Tô 06 33.9"

23 Manga 07 33.7"

24 Sapouy 06 33.5"

25 Fara Department 01 33.4"

26 Namponkoré 08 33.3"

27 Ouargaye 04 33.2"

28 Boromo 01 33.1"

29 Gao 06 33.1"

30 Tenkodogo 04 32.6"

31 Gomboussougou 07 32.6"

32 Natiaboani 08 32.5"

33 Garango 04 32.3"

34 Béguédo 04 31.5"

35 Tita 06 31.1"

36 Kombissiri 07 30.5"

37 Fada N'gourma 08 30.3"

38 Sabou 06 30.2"

39 Diapaga 08 30.2"

40 Kokologo 06 30.0"

41 Pitmoaga 06 30.0"

42 Goulouré 06 30.0"

43 Pouytenga 04 29.9"

44 Koupéla 04 29.9"

45 Zorgo 11 29.6"

46 Nouna 01 29.5"

47 Dédougou 01 29.5"

48 Pa 01 29.5"

49 Zinguédéssé 03 29.4"

50 Saonré 03 29.4"

51 Réo 06 29.3"

52 Koudougou 06 29.3"

53 Mogtédo 11 29.3"

54 Kindi 06 28.8"

55 Ouagadougou 03 28.7"

56 Saaba 03 28.4"

57 Nioko I 03 28.4"

58 Ziniaré 11 27.8"

59 Barogo 11 27.7"

60 Boussé 11 27.7"

61 Boulsa 05 27.5"

62 Korsimoro 05 26.7"

63 Nanoro 06 26.7"

64 Toma 01 26.3"

65 Yalgo 05 25.9"

66 Yako 10 25.8"

67 Gayéri 08 25.5"

68 Kaya 05 25.5"

69 Kongoussi 05 25.0"

70 Tougan 01 24.6"

71 Pissila 05 24.5"

72 Bogandé 08 24.2"

73 Kouka 05 23.7"

74 Gourcy 10 23.6"

75 Mani 08 22.0"

76 Ouahigouya 10 22.0"

77 Sebba 12 20.8"

78 Bourzanga 05 20.5"

79 Titao 10 20.4"

80 Djibo 12 17.6"

81 Dori 12 17.0"

82 Aribinda 12 17.0"

83 Gorom-Gorom 12 15.2"

The rainiest cities in Burkina Faso receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Niangoloko leads with 44.8 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. Niangoloko receives 44.8" of precipitation annually — that's about 3.7 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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