Rainiest Cities in Indonesia

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — Indonesia

1 Pariaman 24 189.1"

2 Agats PS 165.8"

3 Solok 24 161.0"

4 Padang 24 161.0"

5 Singkil 01 159.3"

6 Kualakapuas 13 147.1"

7 Teminabuan PD 143.9"

8 Lumajang 08 140.6"

9 Probolinggo 08 140.6"

10 Nabire PT 140.1"

11 Kenyam PE 139.3"

12 Tuapejat 24 137.1"

13 Sibolga 26 135.5"

14 Sintang 11 133.6"

15 Lahewa 26 133.4"

16 Amuntai 12 132.6"

17 Meulaboh 01 132.3"

18 Fakfak 36 131.3"

19 Barus 26 130.9"

20 Tarakan 42 129.8"

21 Timika PT 129.7"

22 Bengkulu 03 129.7"

23 Subulussalam 01 129.5"

24 Kepi PS 128.2"

25 Malinau 42 128.1"

26 Gunungsitoli 26 127.5"

27 Teluk Dalam 26 127.4"

28 Sinabang 01 127.2"

29 Loa Janan 14 126.3"

30 Samarinda 14 126.3"

31 Serui 36 124.3"

32 Lahat 32 123.0"

33 Muara Teweh 13 122.4"

34 Sorong PD 120.9"

35 Barabai 12 119.5"

36 Banjarmasin 12 118.8"

37 Masamba 38 118.8"

38 Karubaga PE 117.2"

39 Mulia PT 116.7"

40 Tanjungagung 32 116.5"

41 Balai Pungut 37 115.6"

42 Pontianak 11 115.2"

43 Bengkayang 11 115.0"

44 Pagar Alam 32 114.6"

45 Tiom PE 114.3"

46 Jember 08 114.0"

47 Kraksaan 08 114.0"

48 Sungailiat 35 113.7"

49 Pangkalpinang 35 113.7"

50 Lubuklinggau 32 113.7"

51 Singkawang 11 113.6"

52 Kota Sambas 11 113.6"

53 Biak 36 113.0"

54 Tanjung Pandan 35 112.6"

55 Manismata 11 112.4"

56 Prabumulih 32 112.2"

57 Tanjung Selor 42 112.1"

58 Magelang 07 111.8"

59 Mertoyudan 07 111.8"

60 Wonosobo 07 111.8"

61 Kutoarjo 07 111.8"

62 Makassar 38 111.8"

63 Muara Bungo 05 111.7"

64 Pemangkat 11 111.4"

65 Sungai Raya 11 111.4"

66 Pematangsiantar 26 110.2"

67 Indralaya 32 110.2"

68 Bintuni 39 109.3"

69 Muntok 35 109.2"

70 Sijunjung 24 109.1"

71 Amahai 28 108.9"

72 Baturaja 32 108.7"

73 Maros 38 108.5"

74 Berastagi 26 108.5"

75 Laikit, Laikit II (Dimembe) 31 107.6"

76 Manado 31 107.6"

77 Blangpidie 01 107.5"

78 Masohi 28 107.3"

79 Ambon 28 107.3"

80 Pangkalanbuun 13 107.0"

81 Sarmi 36 106.9"

82 Ransiki 39 106.8"

83 Bitung 31 106.6"

84 Waisai PD 106.6"

85 Pekanbaru 37 106.6"

86 Binjai 26 105.8"

87 Manggar 35 104.7"

88 Kobakma PE 104.4"

89 Manokwari 39 103.5"

90 Tual 28 103.5"

91 Bejubang Dua 05 103.2"

92 Dabo 40 103.1"

93 Jepara 07 103.1"

94 Mlonggo 07 103.1"

95 Palopo 38 102.9"

96 Rantepao 38 102.9"

97 Elelim PE 102.8"

98 Sidikalang 26 102.7"

99 Dumai 37 102.6"

100 Tahuna 31 102.6"

The rainiest cities in Indonesia receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Pariaman leads with 189.1 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. Pariaman receives 189.1" of precipitation annually — that's about 15.8 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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