Rainiest Cities in Minnesota

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

Rainiest Cities - Minnesota

1 St. Francis 42.1"
2 Waseca 37.9"
3 Austin 36.2"
4 Kasson 36.0"
5 Byron 36.0"
6 Albert Lea 35.8"
7 Owatonna 35.5"
8 Faribault 35.5"
9 Northfield 35.5"
10 La Crescent 35.2"
11 Lake City 34.8"
12 Rochester 34.7"
13 Stewartville 34.7"
14 New Prague 34.6"
15 Winona 34.4"
16 East Bethel 34.4"
17 Oak Grove 34.4"
18 Chaska 34.1"
19 Rosemount 34.1"
20 Waconia 34.1"
21 Victoria 34.1"
22 Carver 34.1"
23 Mankato 33.9"
24 North Mankato 33.9"
25 Fairmont 33.5"
26 Cottage Grove 33.3"
27 Hastings 33.3"
28 Belle Plaine 33.3"
29 Jordan 33.3"
30 Stillwater 33.2"
31 Hugo 33.2"
32 Shoreview 33.1"
33 White Bear Lake 33.1"
34 Lino Lakes 33.1"
35 Forest Lake 33.1"
36 Vadnais Heights 33.1"
37 Arden Hills 33.1"
38 Wyoming 33.1"
39 Chisago City 33.1"
40 North Oaks 33.1"
41 Ramsey 32.9"
42 Elk River 32.9"
43 Otsego 32.9"
44 Rogers 32.9"
45 Albertville 32.9"
46 Zimmerman 32.9"
47 Roseville 32.7"
48 Cloquet 32.7"
49 Falcon Heights 32.7"
50 Glencoe 32.5"
51 Red Wing 32.4"
52 St. Peter 32.4"
53 North Branch 32.4"
54 Lakeville 32.3"
55 Farmington 32.3"
56 St. Michael 31.7"
57 Buffalo 31.7"
58 Monticello 31.7"
59 Minneapolis 31.6"
60 Bloomington 31.6"
61 Eagan 31.6"
62 Burnsville 31.6"
63 Apple Valley 31.6"
64 Edina 31.6"
65 Richfield 31.6"
66 Mendota Heights 31.6"
67 Duluth 31.2"
68 Hermantown 31.2"
69 New Ulm 31.1"
70 St. Joseph 31.0"
71 Brooklyn Park 30.7"
72 Plymouth 30.7"
73 Blaine 30.7"
74 Maple Grove 30.7"
75 Coon Rapids 30.7"
76 St. Louis Park 30.7"
77 Brooklyn Center 30.7"
78 Fridley 30.7"
79 Champlin 30.7"
80 New Brighton 30.7"
81 Crystal 30.7"
82 Columbia Heights 30.7"
83 Golden Valley 30.7"
84 New Hope 30.7"
85 Robbinsdale 30.7"
86 Mounds View 30.7"
88 Dayton 30.7"
89 Spring Lake Park 30.7"
90 Medina 30.7"
91 Corcoran 30.7"
92 Eden Prairie 30.6"
93 Minnetonka 30.6"
94 Shakopee 30.6"
95 Savage 30.6"
96 Prior Lake 30.6"
97 Chanhassen 30.6"
98 Hopkins 30.6"
99 Mound 30.6"
100 Minnetrista 30.6"

The rainiest cities in Minnesota receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. St. Francis leads with 42.1 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. St. Francis receives 42.1" of precipitation annually - that's about 3.5 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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