Rainiest Cities in Nigeria

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — Nigeria

1 Bonny 50 146.8"

2 Twon-Brass 52 138.4"

3 Eket 21 122.2"

4 Bori 50 121.4"

5 Amassoma 52 118.8"

6 Burutu 36 118.4"

7 Bomadi 36 118.2"

8 Port Harcourt 50 117.7"

9 Okrika 50 117.7"

10 Yenagoa 52 114.7"

11 Buguma 50 111.7"

12 Esuk Oron 21 109.7"

13 Obonoma 50 107.5"

14 Degema Hulk 50 107.5"

15 Ikang 22 107.4"

16 Abak 21 104.8"

17 Warri 36 104.6"

18 Etinan 21 104.3"

19 Calabar 22 104.3"

20 Patani 36 104.1"

21 Ughelli 36 103.2"

22 Orerokpe 36 101.2"

23 Ahoada 50 100.8"

24 Akankpa 22 99.7"

25 Elele 50 97.2"

26 Uyo 21 96.5"

27 Aba 45 95.2"

28 Omoku 50 93.0"

29 Abraka 36 92.6"

30 Sapele 36 92.1"

31 Itu 21 91.5"

32 Ikot Ekpene 21 91.1"

33 Owerri 28 90.3"

34 Arochukwu 45 88.0"

35 Iho 28 87.3"

36 Orodo 28 87.3"

37 Obiaruku 36 87.1"

38 Kwale 36 86.8"

39 Umuahia 45 84.1"

40 Ohafia-Ifigh 45 84.0"

41 Bende 45 83.9"

42 Orlu 28 83.0"

43 Nkwerre 28 83.0"

44 Ugep 22 82.9"

45 Ikom 22 82.7"

46 Oguta 28 82.7"

47 Amaigbo 45 81.9"

48 Okigwe 28 81.5"

49 Afikpo 53 79.3"

50 Uga 25 78.5"

51 Ake-Eze 47 78.3"

52 Obubra 22 78.0"

53 Uruobo-Okija 25 77.6"

54 Ozubulu 25 77.6"

55 Ihiala 25 77.6"

56 Benin City 37 77.4"

57 Abakaliki 53 76.2"

58 Awgu 47 75.6"

59 Agbor 36 75.3"

60 Umunede 36 75.3"

61 Igbo-Ukwu 25 73.2"

62 Agulu 25 73.2"

63 Isieke 53 73.1"

64 Ezza-Ohu 53 73.1"

65 Nnewi 25 73.0"

66 Siluko 37 72.7"

67 Agbabu 48 72.6"

68 Ogoja 22 72.5"

69 Onitsha 25 71.9"

70 Atani 25 71.9"

71 Nkpor 25 71.9"

72 Amagunze 47 71.5"

73 Mberubu 47 71.5"

74 Udi 47 71.5"

75 Obudu 22 70.7"

76 Ogwashi-Uku 36 70.5"

77 Gakem 22 70.2"

78 Effium 53 69.4"

79 Lekki 05 69.4"

80 Gembu 43 69.2"

81 Enugu 47 69.1"

82 Ore 48 68.4"

83 Asaba 36 67.3"

84 Awka 25 67.1"

85 Enugu-Ukwu 25 67.1"

86 Eha Amufu 47 66.5"

87 Ejirin 05 65.7"

88 Epe 05 65.7"

89 Ubiaja 37 65.2"

90 Ekpoma 37 64.9"

91 Ijebu-Ife 16 64.3"

92 Uromi 37 64.3"

93 Ikem 47 63.9"

94 Takum 26 63.7"

95 Opi 47 63.4"

96 Ijebu Ode 16 63.1"

97 Imota 05 62.7"

98 Idanre 48 61.8"

99 Katsina-Ala 26 61.6"

100 Baissa 43 61.5"

The rainiest cities in Nigeria receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Bonny leads with 146.8 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. Bonny receives 146.8" of precipitation annually — that's about 12.2 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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