Rainiest Cities in Dominican Republic

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — Dominican Republic

1 Samaná 20 83.8"

2 Esperalvillo 32 83.4"

3 Yamasá 32 83.4"

4 Las Terrenas 20 83.2"

5 Sánchez 20 83.2"

6 Sabana Grande de Boyá 32 83.0"

7 Sabana de la Mar 29 81.2"

8 Villa Riva 06 79.5"

9 El Factor 14 79.5"

10 Piedra Blanca 31 78.3"

11 Monte Plata 32 76.7"

12 Cotuí 21 76.6"

13 El Valle 29 76.0"

14 Nagua 14 73.9"

15 Castillo 06 72.7"

16 Pimentel 06 72.7"

17 Villa Altagracia 33 72.5"

18 Río San Juan 14 72.3"

19 Bayaguana 32 70.6"

20 Fantino 21 70.5"

21 Veragua Arriba 08 69.6"

22 Gaspar Hernández 08 69.6"

23 Bonao 31 68.6"

24 Miches 28 68.3"

25 Zona Colonial 34 64.7"

26 Ensanche Luperón 34 64.7"

27 La Agustina 34 64.7"

28 La Julia 34 64.7"

29 San Carlos 34 64.7"

30 Ciudad Nueva 34 64.7"

31 Villa Consuelo 34 64.7"

32 Villa Francisca 34 64.7"

33 Cristo Rey 34 64.7"

34 Bella Vista 34 64.7"

35 Santo Domingo Este 37 64.7"

36 Santo Domingo Oeste 37 64.7"

37 Santo Domingo 34 64.7"

38 Rincón 30 64.7"

39 Jima Abajo 30 64.7"

40 Sosúa 18 64.6"

41 Monte Llano 18 64.6"

42 Las Guáranas 06 63.0"

43 San Francisco de Macorís 06 63.0"

44 Imbert 18 62.9"

45 Río Grande 18 62.9"

46 Puerto Plata 18 62.9"

47 Comendador 11 62.3"

48 San Gregorio de Nigua 33 61.8"

49 Bajos de Haina 33 61.8"

50 San Cristóbal 33 61.8"

51 Hato Mayor del Rey 29 60.4"

52 Tenares 19 59.7"

53 Salsipuedes 19 59.7"

54 Salcedo 19 59.7"

55 Villa González 25 57.2"

56 Santa Cruz de El Seibo 28 56.4"

57 Cercado Abajo 23 56.1"

58 Jimaní 09 55.6"

59 Loma de Cabrera 04 53.6"

60 Otra Banda 10 53.3"

61 Los Llanos 24 53.2"

62 Quisqueya 24 53.2"

63 Las Matas de Farfán 23 53.1"

64 Yaguate 33 53.0"

65 Cambita Garabitos 33 53.0"

66 Salvaleón de Higüey 10 52.6"

67 La Vega 30 51.8"

68 Boca Chica 37 51.6"

69 Jarabacoa 30 51.5"

70 San Víctor Arriba 08 51.2"

71 Licey al Medio 25 51.2"

72 Tamboril 25 51.2"

73 Moca 08 51.2"

74 Guaymate 12 49.3"

75 Constanza 30 49.2"

76 Punta Cana 10 49.1"

77 Sabana Iglesia 25 48.9"

78 San Rafael del Yuma 10 47.7"

79 San Ignacio de Sabaneta 26 47.5"

80 Villa Bisonó 25 47.2"

81 Esperanza 27 47.2"

82 Santiago de los Caballeros 25 46.5"

83 Vallejuelo 23 46.1"

84 Galván 02 46.1"

85 San José de Las Matas 25 45.9"

86 Paraíso 03 45.4"

87 La Descubierta 09 44.8"

88 Juan de Herrera 23 44.8"

89 San José de Ocoa 36 44.8"

90 Monción 26 44.7"

91 Nizao 35 44.1"

92 Paya 35 44.1"

93 Baní 35 44.1"

94 Dajabón 04 43.1"

95 Enriquillo 03 42.7"

96 San Pedro de Macorís 24 42.7"

97 La Romana 12 42.6"

98 Peralta 01 39.9"

99 San Juan de la Maguana 23 39.1"

100 Laguna Salada 27 37.3"

The rainiest cities in Dominican Republic receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Samaná leads with 83.8 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. Samaná receives 83.8" of precipitation annually — that's about 7.0 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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