Rainiest Cities in Minnesota

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — Minnesota

1 Minneapolis 42.6"

2 St. Paul 41.8"

3 Plymouth 40.8"

4 Bloomington 39.0"

5 Brooklyn Park 38.1"

6 Waseca 37.9"

7 La Crescent 37.6"

8 Austin 36.2"

9 Kasson 36.0"

10 Byron 36.0"

11 Albert Lea 35.8"

12 Lake City 35.5"

13 Owatonna 35.5"

14 Faribault 35.5"

15 Northfield 35.5"

16 Rochester 35.0"

17 New Hope 34.7"

18 Robbinsdale 34.7"

19 Stewartville 34.7"

20 East Bethel 34.4"

21 Oak Grove 34.4"

22 St. Francis 34.4"

23 Isanti 34.4"

24 St. Louis Park 34.4"

25 Golden Valley 34.4"

26 Apple Valley 34.1"

27 Rosemount 34.1"

28 Chaska 34.1"

29 Waconia 34.1"

30 Victoria 34.1"

31 Carver 34.1"

32 North Mankato 33.9"

33 Fairmont 33.5"

34 Duluth 33.4"

35 Woodbury 33.3"

36 Cottage Grove 33.3"

37 Oakdale 33.3"

38 Hastings 33.3"

39 Lake Elmo 33.3"

40 St. Paul Park 33.3"

41 New Prague 33.3"

42 Belle Plaine 33.3"

43 Jordan 33.3"

44 Stillwater 33.2"

45 Hugo 33.2"

46 Mahtomedi 33.2"

47 Maplewood 33.1"

48 Roseville 33.1"

49 Shoreview 33.1"

50 White Bear Lake 33.1"

51 New Brighton 33.1"

52 Lino Lakes 33.1"

53 Forest Lake 33.1"

54 Mounds View 33.1"

55 Vadnais Heights 33.1"

56 North St. Paul 33.1"

57 Little Canada 33.1"

58 Arden Hills 33.1"

59 St. Anthony city (Hennepin and Ramsey Counties) 33.1"

60 Wyoming 33.1"

61 Chisago City 33.1"

62 North Oaks 33.1"

63 Elk River 32.9"

64 Otsego 32.9"

65 Rogers 32.9"

66 Albertville 32.9"

67 Zimmerman 32.9"

68 Chanhassen 32.8"

69 Mound 32.8"

70 Minnetrista 32.8"

71 Orono 32.8"

72 Shorewood 32.8"

73 Falcon Heights 32.7"

74 Cloquet 32.7"

75 Big Lake 32.7"

76 Mankato 32.4"

77 St. Peter 32.4"

78 Red Wing 32.4"

79 North Branch 32.4"

80 Lakeville 32.3"

81 Burnsville 32.3"

82 Farmington 32.3"

83 Credit River 32.3"

84 St. Michael 31.7"

85 Buffalo 31.7"

86 Monticello 31.7"

87 Glencoe 31.7"

88 Eagan 31.6"

89 Edina 31.6"

90 Richfield 31.6"

91 New Ulm 31.1"

92 Sartell 31.0"

93 Waite Park 31.0"

94 St. Joseph 31.0"

95 Hermantown 30.9"

96 Redwood Falls 30.9"

97 Maple Grove 30.7"

98 Brooklyn Center 30.7"

99 Fridley 30.7"

100 Crystal 30.7"

The rainiest cities in Minnesota receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Minneapolis leads with 42.6 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. Minneapolis receives 42.6" of precipitation annually — that's about 3.6 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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