Rainiest Cities in Northern Ireland

Top 46 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — Northern Ireland

1 Strabane 65.5"

2 Dromore 61.7"

3 Londonderry County Borough 61.5"

4 Derry 61.5"

5 Warrenpoint 60.2"

6 Omagh 59.2"

7 Kilkeel 58.8"

8 Coleraine 54.3"

9 Limavady 54.3"

10 Enniskillen 53.1"

11 Newry 49.1"

12 Portstewart 49.1"

13 Portrush 48.4"

14 Ballymoney 47.1"

15 Newcastle 46.4"

16 Ballycastle 45.1"

17 Ballymena 44.5"

18 Banbridge 43.1"

19 Magherafelt 42.6"

20 Cookstown 41.0"

21 Coalisland 41.0"

22 Dungannon 41.0"

23 Lisburn 40.9"

24 Randalstown 40.9"

25 Antrim 40.9"

26 Craigavon 40.2"

27 Portadown 40.2"

28 Jordanstown 40.1"

29 Ballyclare 40.1"

30 Greenisland 40.1"

31 Crumlin 39.8"

32 Ballynahinch 37.8"

33 Carrickfergus 35.6"

34 Armagh 35.4"

35 Newtownabbey 34.7"

36 Carryduff 34.7"

37 Castlereagh 34.7"

38 Belfast 34.7"

39 Larne 33.5"

40 Bangor 33.5"

41 Newtownards 33.5"

42 Comber 33.5"

43 Holywood 33.5"

44 Dundonald 33.5"

45 Downpatrick 33.4"

46 Donaghadee 31.4"

The rainiest cities in Northern Ireland receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Strabane leads with 65.5 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. Strabane receives 65.5" of precipitation annually — that's about 5.5 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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