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Rainiest Cities in Canary Islands

Top 76 cities ranked by rainiest cities

Rainiest Cities — Canary Islands

2 Garachico 16.3"
3 Breña Alta 15.5"
5 Sauzal 15.4"
7 Candelaria 15.4"
8 Tacoronte 15.4"
9 Santa Úrsula 15.4"
10 Arafo 15.4"
11 Guía de Isora 15.3"
14 Tazacorte 14.7"
16 El Paso 14.7"
19 Realejo Alto 14.5"
20 Los Realejos 14.5"
21 La Guancha 14.5"
22 La Orotava 14.5"
23 Güimar 13.4"
24 Lomo de Arico 13.4"
26 Santa Brígida 12.8"
27 Firgas 12.8"
28 Guia 12.8"
29 Teror 12.8"
30 Gáldar 12.8"
31 Moya 12.8"
32 Arucas 12.8"
35 La Laguna 12.6"
36 Tegueste 12.4"
37 Santa Lucía 12.4"
40 San Isidro 11.5"
43 Arona 11.2"
44 Adeje 11.2"
45 Agaete 11.1"
47 Mogán 10.4"
48 San Nicolás 10.4"
49 Centro 9.2"
52 Telde 8.2"
53 Ingenio 8.2"
54 Agüimes 8.2"
55 Vecindario 8.2"
56 Carrizal 8.2"
58 Maspalomas 7.1"
59 Puerto Rico 7.0"
60 Tinajo 6.2"
61 Teguise 5.9"
62 San Bartolomé 5.9"
63 Nazaret 5.9"
64 Yaiza 5.6"
65 Playa Blanca 5.6"
66 Antigua 5.6"
67 Pájara 5.6"
68 La Oliva 5.4"
70 Corralejo 5.2"
71 Arrecife 5.1"
73 Tías 5.1"
74 Costa Calma 4.8"
75 Costa Teguise 4.7"
76 Tuineje 4.6"

The rainiest cities in Canary Islands receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Santa Cruz de la Palma leads with 16.3 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. Santa Cruz de la Palma receives 16.3" of precipitation annually — that's about 1.4 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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