Rainiest Cities in Missouri

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities - Missouri

1 Caruthersville 55.3"
2 Poplar Bluff 50.8"
3 Jackson 50.5"
4 Kennett 50.4"
5 Dexter 50.1"
6 Neosho 50.0"
7 Sikeston 49.6"
8 West Plains 49.4"
9 Cape Girardeau 47.9"
10 Waynesville 47.5"
11 Rolla 47.4"
12 St. Charles 47.1"
13 Fort Leonard Wood 46.8"
14 St. Robert 46.8"
15 St. Peters 46.6"
16 Springfield 46.5"
17 Nevada 46.5"
18 Battlefield 46.5"
19 Bolivar 46.4"
20 Perryville 46.2"
21 Branson 46.0"
22 Monett 46.0"
23 Lebanon 45.9"
24 Aurora 45.8"
25 Marshfield 45.7"
26 Joplin 45.6"
27 Carthage 45.6"
28 Webb City 45.6"
29 Carl Junction 45.6"
30 Nixa 45.3"
31 Ozark 45.3"
32 Farmington 45.2"
33 Park Hills 45.2"
34 Bonne Terre 45.2"
35 Union 45.0"
36 Columbia 44.8"
37 Independence 44.7"
38 Republic 44.7"
39 De Soto 44.7"
40 Willard 44.7"
41 Kirkwood 44.5"
42 Crestwood 44.5"
43 Town and Country 44.5"
44 Des Peres 44.5"
45 Sunset Hills 44.5"
46 Murphy 44.5"
47 Sappington 44.5"
48 Valley Park 44.5"
49 Fulton 44.3"
50 Webster Groves 43.9"
51 Clayton 43.9"
52 Richmond Heights 43.9"
53 Maplewood 43.9"
54 Brentwood 43.9"
55 Sullivan 43.9"
56 Shrewsbury 43.9"
57 Festus 43.6"
58 Pevely 43.6"
59 Barnhart 43.6"
60 Imperial 43.6"
61 Mexico 43.5"
62 Harrisonville 43.5"
63 Troy 43.3"
64 Clinton 43.3"
65 Pacific 43.3"
66 Manchester 42.8"
67 Moberly 42.7"
68 Pleasant Hill 42.7"
69 Concord 42.6"
70 Boonville 42.6"
71 Kirksville 42.5"
72 Warrensburg 42.1"
73 Richmond 42.1"
74 Macon 41.9"
75 Marshall 41.8"
76 Florissant 41.7"
77 University City 41.7"
78 Maryland Heights 41.7"
79 Hazelwood 41.7"
80 Old Jamestown 41.7"
81 Creve Coeur 41.7"
82 Ferguson 41.7"
83 Spanish Lake 41.7"
84 Overland 41.7"
85 Jennings 41.7"
86 St. Ann 41.7"
87 Bridgeton 41.7"
88 Bellefontaine Neighbors 41.7"
89 Ladue 41.7"
90 Olivette 41.7"
91 Berkeley 41.7"
92 Black Jack 41.7"
93 Glasgow Village 41.7"
94 Warrenton 41.5"
95 Wright City 41.5"
96 Hannibal 41.3"
97 Washington 41.3"
98 Kearney 41.2"
99 Excelsior Springs 41.2"
100 St. Louis 40.8"

The rainiest cities in Missouri receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Caruthersville leads with 55.3 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. Caruthersville receives 55.3" of precipitation annually - that's about 4.6 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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