Rainiest Cities in Jamaica

Top 38 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — Jamaica

1 Port Antonio 07 90.9"

2 Tower Hill 08 85.3"

3 Montego Bay 12 75.4"

4 Barbican 02 75.1"

5 Savanna-la-Mar 16 72.5"

6 Mandeville 04 72.2"

7 Stony Hill 08 71.6"

8 Constant Spring 08 71.6"

9 Half Way Tree 08 71.6"

10 New Kingston 08 71.6"

11 Porus 04 71.5"

12 Morant Bay 14 70.8"

13 Ewarton 10 70.5"

14 Saint Ann’s Bay 09 69.8"

15 Annotto Bay 13 68.9"

16 Santa Cruz 11 67.8"

17 Bull Savannah 11 67.4"

18 Ocho Rios 09 66.7"

19 Yallahs 14 64.7"

20 Runaway Bay 09 64.3"

21 Port Maria 13 63.2"

22 Falmouth 15 61.3"

23 Lucea 02 61.1"

24 Linstead 10 58.0"

25 Bog Walk 10 58.0"

26 Point Hill 10 58.0"

27 Penwood 08 55.2"

28 Above Rocks 10 55.2"

29 Torrington Park 08 52.0"

30 Mountain View Gardens 08 52.0"

31 Kingston 17 52.0"

32 May Pen 01 43.0"

33 Hayes 01 43.0"

34 Old Harbour 10 40.7"

35 Old Harbour Bay 10 40.7"

36 Lionel Town 01 39.2"

37 Portmore 10 39.1"

38 Spanish Town 10 39.1"

The rainiest cities in Jamaica receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Port Antonio leads with 90.9 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. Port Antonio receives 90.9" of precipitation annually — that's about 7.6 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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