Rainiest Cities in North Rhine-Westphalia

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

Best North Rhine-Westphalia 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.

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Rainiest Cities — North Rhine-Westphalia

1 Monschau 64.2"

2 Roetgen 64.2"

3 Brechten 52.5"

4 Rahm 52.5"

5 Castrop-Rauxel 52.5"

6 Lünen 52.5"

7 Bövinghausen 52.5"

8 Lütgendortmund 52.5"

9 Aplerbeck 52.5"

10 Witten 52.5"

11 Eichlinghofen 52.5"

12 Derne 52.5"

13 Kornharpen 52.5"

14 Hörde 52.5"

15 Holzwickede 52.5"

16 Wickede 52.5"

17 Wetter 52.5"

18 Olfen 52.5"

19 Westerfilde 52.5"

20 Rombergpark-Lücklemberg 52.5"

21 Nordkirchen 52.5"

22 Werne 52.5"

23 Bochum-Werne 52.5"

24 Lindenhorst 52.5"

25 Hombruch 52.5"

26 Mengede 52.5"

27 Oestrich 52.5"

28 Wellinghofen 52.5"

29 Benninghofen 52.5"

30 Ennepetal 52.5"

31 Altena 52.5"

32 Wambel 52.5"

33 Waltrop 52.5"

34 Datteln 52.5"

35 Holzen 52.5"

36 Querenburg 52.5"

37 Asseln 52.5"

38 Laer 52.5"

39 Gevelsberg 52.5"

40 Breckerfeld 52.5"

41 Herdecke 52.5"

42 Langendreer 52.5"

43 Dortmund 52.5"

44 Nachrodt-Wiblingwerde 52.5"

45 Unna 52.5"

46 Bergkamen 52.5"

47 Huckarde 52.5"

48 Harpen 52.5"

49 Iserlohn 52.5"

50 Hagen 52.5"

51 Barop 52.5"

52 Kamen 52.5"

53 Nette 52.5"

54 Kirchlinde 52.5"

55 Neue Kolonie Westhausen 52.5"

56 Kurl-Husen 52.5"

57 Sölderholz 52.5"

58 Sölde 52.5"

59 Marten 52.5"

60 Dorstfeld 52.5"

61 Brackel 52.5"

62 Selm 52.5"

63 Schwerte 52.5"

64 Schwelm 52.5"

65 Schüren 52.5"

66 Berghofen 52.5"

67 Oer-Erkenschwick 52.5"

68 Scharnhorst-Ost 52.5"

69 Scharnhorst 52.5"

70 Eving 52.5"

71 Leverkusen 49.2"

72 Zons 49.2"

73 Niederkassel 49.2"

74 Wesseling 49.2"

75 Wersten 49.2"

76 Wermelskirchen 49.2"

77 Sankt Augustin 49.2"

78 Frechen 49.2"

79 Ohligs 49.2"

80 Rath 49.2"

81 Wahn-Heide 49.2"

82 Hilden 49.2"

83 Monheim am Rhein 49.2"

84 Opladen 49.2"

85 Nippes 49.2"

86 Troisdorf 49.2"

87 Rösrath 49.2"

88 Deutz 49.2"

89 Erftstadt 49.2"

90 Ossendorf 49.2"

91 Höhenberg 49.2"

92 Sinnersdorf 49.2"

93 Hürth 49.2"

94 Siegburg 49.2"

95 Erkrath 49.2"

96 Remscheid 49.2"

97 Haan 49.2"

98 Langenfeld 49.2"

99 Mengenich 49.2"

100 Dormagen 49.2"

The rainiest cities in North Rhine-Westphalia receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Monschau leads with 64.2 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. Monschau receives 64.2" 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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