Rainiest Cities in New Jersey

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — New Jersey

1 Jersey City 59.9"

2 Paterson 59.8"

3 Clifton 59.8"

4 Elizabeth 58.5"

5 Newark 57.4"

6 Belmar 52.5"

7 Manasquan 52.5"

8 Little Silver 52.5"

9 Oceanport 52.5"

10 Fair Haven 52.5"

11 Long Branch 52.5"

12 Rumson 52.5"

13 West Long Branch 52.5"

14 Tinton Falls 52.5"

15 Point Pleasant 52.5"

16 Asbury Park 52.5"

17 Red Bank 52.5"

18 Eatontown 52.5"

19 Oak Ridge 52.2"

20 Crestwood Village 52.0"

21 Beachwood 52.0"

22 Holiday City-Berkeley 52.0"

23 Old Tappan 51.2"

24 Phillipsburg 51.0"

25 Belle Mead 51.0"

26 Blackwells Mills 51.0"

27 Washington 50.9"

28 Camden 50.7"

29 Gloucester City 50.7"

30 Vineland 50.6"

31 East Orange 50.4"

32 Hoboken 50.4"

33 Kearny 50.4"

34 Watsessing 50.4"

35 Harrison 50.4"

36 North Arlington 50.4"

37 Summit 50.4"

38 Morristown 50.4"

39 Chatham 50.4"

40 Madison 50.4"

41 Florham Park 50.4"

42 New Providence 50.4"

43 Short Hills 50.4"

44 Vauxhall 50.4"

45 Westfield 50.4"

46 Rahway 50.4"

47 Mountainside 50.4"

48 Roselle 50.4"

49 Kenilworth 50.4"

50 Avenel 50.4"

51 Roselle Park 50.4"

52 Sicklerville 50.4"

53 Berlin 50.4"

54 Atco 50.4"

55 Pine Hill 50.4"

56 Englewood Cliffs 49.9"

57 Norwood 49.9"

58 Englewood 49.9"

59 Bergenfield 49.9"

60 Closter 49.9"

61 Cresskill 49.9"

62 Dumont 49.9"

63 Tenafly 49.9"

64 Jamesburg 49.5"

65 New Brunswick 49.5"

66 Sayreville 49.5"

67 Laurence Harbor 49.5"

68 Milltown 49.5"

69 Spotswood 49.5"

70 Madison Park 49.5"

71 South Amboy 49.5"

72 East Franklin 49.5"

73 South River 49.5"

74 Fort Lee 49.5"

75 Cliffside Park 49.5"

76 Palisades Park 49.5"

77 Leonia 49.5"

78 Edgewater 49.5"

79 Trenton 49.4"

80 Marlton 49.3"

81 Clementon 49.3"

82 Kingston Estates 49.3"

83 Ramblewood 49.3"

84 Greentree 49.3"

85 Echelon 49.3"

86 Springdale 49.3"

87 Lindenwold 49.3"

88 Moorestown-Lenola 49.3"

89 Morris Plains 49.2"

90 Boonton 49.2"

91 Pine Brook 49.2"

92 Parsippany 49.2"

93 Kinnelon 49.2"

94 Whippany 49.2"

95 Butler 49.2"

96 Lake Hiawatha 49.2"

97 Troy Hills 49.2"

98 Towaco 49.2"

99 Toms River 49.1"

100 Lake Mohawk 48.8"

The rainiest cities in New Jersey receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Jersey City leads with 59.9 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. Jersey City receives 59.9" of precipitation annually — that's about 5.0 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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