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Rainiest Cities in Missouri

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Composite rankings combining multiple weighted metrics — 4 topics from climate and air quality data.

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Rainiest Cities — Missouri

1 Caruthersville 49.8"
2 St. Peters 49.7"
3 Kennett 49.3"
4 Dexter 48.2"
5 Sikeston 47.9"
6 Cape Girardeau 47.0"
7 Poplar Bluff 46.9"
8 Jackson 46.6"
9 Concord 46.1"
10 Chesterfield 45.6"
11 Wildwood 45.6"
12 Oakville 45.6"
13 University City 45.6"
14 Ballwin 45.6"
15 Kirkwood 45.6"
16 Mehlville 45.6"
17 Maryland Heights 45.6"
18 Webster Groves 45.6"
19 Arnold 45.6"
20 Affton 45.6"
21 Creve Coeur 45.6"
22 Ferguson 45.6"
23 Clayton 45.6"
24 Lemay 45.6"
25 Overland 45.6"
26 Jennings 45.6"
27 St. Ann 45.6"
28 Eureka 45.6"
29 Crestwood 45.6"
30 Town and Country 45.6"
31 Ellisville 45.6"
32 Richmond Heights 45.6"
33 Des Peres 45.6"
34 Sunset Hills 45.6"
35 Ladue 45.6"
36 Murphy 45.6"
37 Olivette 45.6"
38 Maplewood 45.6"
39 Brentwood 45.6"
40 Pacific 45.6"
41 Sappington 45.6"
42 Valley Park 45.6"
43 Shrewsbury 45.6"
44 Pevely 45.6"
45 Barnhart 45.6"
46 Cottleville 45.6"
47 Imperial 45.6"
48 Weldon Spring 45.6"
49 Manchester 45.5"
50 Carthage 45.2"
51 Neosho 45.0"
52 Webb City 44.7"
53 West Plains 44.5"
54 Joplin 44.2"
55 Willard 44.1"
56 Carl Junction 44.1"
57 Springfield 44.0"
58 Republic 43.9"
59 Battlefield 43.9"
60 Nixa 43.7"
61 Ozark 43.7"
62 Aurora 43.4"
63 Branson 43.4"
64 Monett 43.1"
65 Nevada 43.0"
66 Farmington 42.9"
67 Rolla 42.8"
68 Bolivar 42.8"
69 Perryville 42.8"
70 Fort Leonard Wood 42.7"
71 Marshfield 42.7"
72 St. Robert 42.7"
73 Waynesville 42.6"
74 Lebanon 42.5"
75 St. Charles 42.0"
76 Park Hills 41.4"
77 Bonne Terre 41.4"
78 Clinton 41.1"
79 Sullivan 40.5"
80 Warrensburg 40.3"
81 Boonville 40.2"
82 Lee's Summit 40.2"
83 De Soto 40.2"
84 Greenwood 40.2"
85 Macon 40.2"
86 Moberly 40.1"
87 Sedalia 40.1"
88 Odessa 40.1"
89 Pleasant Hill 40.0"
90 Belton 40.0"
91 Raymore 40.0"
92 Peculiar 40.0"
93 Fulton 40.0"
94 Grandview 39.9"
95 Mexico 39.9"
96 Harrisonville 39.8"
97 Columbia 39.8"
98 Jefferson City 39.8"
99 Oak Grove 39.7"
100 Kansas City 39.7"

The rainiest cities in Missouri receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Caruthersville leads with 49.8 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 49.8" of precipitation annually — that's about 4.1 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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