Rainiest Cities in Wales

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Rainiest Cities — Wales

1 Landore 80.8"

2 Tonypandy 69.6"

3 Rhondda 69.6"

4 Barry 69.6"

5 Bridgend 69.6"

6 Merthyr Tydfil 69.6"

7 Coity 69.6"

8 Aberdare 69.6"

9 Pontypridd 69.6"

10 Maesteg 69.6"

11 Gelligaer 69.6"

12 Porthcawl 69.6"

13 Llantrisant 69.6"

14 Llantwit Major 69.6"

15 Pyle 69.6"

16 Nelson 69.6"

17 Treharris 69.6"

18 Mountain Ash 69.6"

19 Aberkenfig 69.6"

20 Tonyrefail 69.6"

21 Pencoed 69.6"

22 Beddau 69.6"

23 Treorchy 69.6"

24 Ferndale 69.6"

25 Hirwaun 69.6"

26 Brynna 69.6"

27 Abertridwr 69.6"

28 Rhoose 69.6"

29 Treherbert 69.6"

30 Abercynon 69.6"

31 Porth 69.6"

32 Pontyclun 69.6"

33 Llanharan 69.6"

34 Pentre 69.6"

35 Glyn-neath 69.6"

36 Abercanaid 69.6"

37 Ystradgynlais 62.5"

38 Brecon 58.6"

39 Rhymney 55.4"

40 Holywell 54.8"

41 Ystalyfera 54.2"

42 Llandrindod Wells 53.6"

43 Ammanford 52.1"

44 Clydach 52.1"

45 Brynamman 52.1"

46 Cardiff 52.1"

47 Newport 52.1"

48 Cwmbran 52.1"

49 Pontypool 52.1"

50 Caerphilly 52.1"

51 Penarth 52.1"

52 Risca 52.1"

53 Blackwood 52.1"

54 Whitchurch 52.1"

55 Bargoed 52.1"

56 Caldicot 52.1"

57 Rhiwbina 52.1"

58 Abertillery 52.1"

59 Abercarn 52.1"

60 Llandaff 52.1"

61 Caerleon 52.1"

62 Bedwas 52.1"

63 Dinas Powys 52.1"

64 Thornhill 52.1"

65 Newbridge 52.1"

66 New Inn 52.1"

67 Crumlin 52.1"

68 Magor 52.1"

69 Undy 52.1"

70 Hengoed 52.1"

71 Carmarthen 50.0"

72 Neath 47.6"

73 Briton Ferry 47.6"

74 Cwmafan 47.6"

75 Llanelli 47.5"

76 Gorseinon 47.5"

77 Pontarddulais 47.5"

78 Caernarfon 46.9"

79 Wrexham 45.7"

80 Buckley 45.7"

81 Deeside 45.7"

82 Flint 45.7"

83 Hawarden 45.7"

84 Rhosllannerchrugog 45.7"

85 Brymbo 45.7"

86 Mold 45.7"

87 Broughton 45.7"

88 Coedpoeth 45.7"

89 Gresford 45.7"

90 Chepstow 45.7"

91 Aberystwyth 45.7"

92 Bangor 45.0"

93 Burry Port 45.0"

94 Swansea 44.3"

95 Ebbw Vale 43.9"

96 Brynmawr 43.9"

97 Tredegar 43.9"

98 Abergavenny 43.9"

99 Blaenavon 43.9"

100 Cardigan 43.2"

The rainiest cities in Wales receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Landore leads with 80.8 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. Landore receives 80.8" of precipitation annually — that's about 6.7 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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