Rainiest Cities in Connecticut

Top 66 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — Connecticut

1 Waterbury 64.7"

2 Bridgeport 63.2"

3 New Haven 62.1"

4 Stamford 60.5"

5 Danbury 59.4"

6 Norwalk 58.7"

7 Hartford 55.4"

8 Terryville 54.3"

9 Winsted 54.3"

10 Oakville 54.3"

11 Torrington 54.3"

12 Bristol 53.5"

13 Bethel 53.0"

14 Norwich 52.2"

15 Daniels Farm 52.0"

16 Sandy Hook 52.0"

17 Derby 52.0"

18 Orange 52.0"

19 Ansonia 52.0"

20 Naugatuck 52.0"

21 Shelton 52.0"

22 Old Greenwich 51.6"

23 Cos Cob 51.6"

24 Riverside 51.6"

25 North Haven 50.4"

26 Wallingford Center 50.4"

27 Northford 50.4"

28 Putnam 50.1"

29 Rockville 49.3"

30 Storrs 49.3"

31 Conning Towers-Nautilus Park 48.9"

32 New Canaan 48.0"

33 Ridgefield 48.0"

34 Byram 47.8"

35 Greenwich 47.8"

36 Windsor Locks 47.1"

37 Southwood Acres 47.1"

38 Thompsonville 47.1"

39 Simsbury Center 47.1"

40 Hazardville 47.1"

41 New Milford 46.9"

42 Sherwood Manor 45.2"

43 Kensington 44.9"

44 Meriden 44.9"

45 Middletown 44.9"

46 Cheshire Village 44.9"

47 Milford 44.1"

48 Trumbull Center 44.1"

49 Noroton 44.1"

50 Staples 44.1"

51 Long Hill CDP (Greater Bridgeport County) 44.1"

52 Willimantic 43.3"

53 West Hartford 42.8"

54 Newington 42.8"

55 East Hartford 42.8"

56 Wethersfield 42.8"

57 Manchester 42.8"

58 Glastonbury Center 42.8"

59 Portland 42.8"

60 New Britain 42.8"

61 Pawcatuck 42.8"

62 East Haven 41.8"

63 Branford Center 41.8"

64 West Haven 41.8"

65 New London 39.3"

66 Groton 39.3"

The rainiest cities in Connecticut receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Waterbury leads with 64.7 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. Waterbury receives 64.7" of precipitation annually — that's about 5.4 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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