Rainiest Cities in South Africa

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — South Africa

1 Languedoc 11 66.7"

2 Kylemore 11 66.7"

3 Le Roux 11 66.7"

4 Somerset West 11 66.7"

5 Franschhoek 11 66.7"

6 Stellenbosch 11 66.7"

7 Grabouw 11 66.7"

8 Botrivier 11 66.7"

9 Klapmuts 11 66.7"

10 Calcutta 07 50.9"

11 Hazyview 07 50.9"

12 Kumana 07 50.9"

13 Sabie 07 50.9"

14 Shatale 07 50.9"

15 Mkhuhlu 07 50.9"

16 Marite 07 50.9"

17 Orinoco A 07 50.9"

18 Hlanganani 07 50.9"

19 Thabakgolo 07 50.9"

20 Oakley 07 50.9"

21 Dwarsloop 09 50.9"

22 Madras A 07 50.9"

23 Mafemani 07 50.9"

24 Maviljan A 07 50.9"

25 Merry Pebble Stream 09 50.9"

26 Buyisonto 07 50.9"

27 Madyembeni 07 50.9"

28 Kgwaripe 02 48.8"

29 Redhill 07 48.3"

30 Empuluzu 07 48.3"

31 Fernie 07 48.3"

32 Glenmore 07 48.3"

33 Mtubatuba 02 46.9"

34 Richards Bay 02 45.6"

35 Inanda 02 45.5"

36 Ballitoville 02 45.5"

37 Hazelmere 02 45.5"

38 Shakaskraal 02 45.5"

39 Tongaat 02 45.5"

40 Ntuzuma 02 45.5"

41 Senwamokgope 09 44.2"

42 Duiwelskloof 09 44.2"

43 Ga-Kgapane 09 44.2"

44 Mandeni 02 43.7"

45 Sundumbili 02 43.7"

46 Eshowe 02 43.7"

47 eSikhaleni 02 43.7"

48 Empangeni 02 43.0"

49 Port Saint John’s 05 42.6"

50 Port Edward 02 42.6"

51 Ga-Malakhe 02 42.5"

52 Port Shepstone 02 42.5"

53 Margate 02 42.4"

54 Darnall 02 40.9"

55 Lusikisiki 05 40.9"

56 KwaDukuza 02 40.3"

57 eMkhomazi 02 39.9"

58 Craigieburn 02 39.9"

59 Magabeni 02 39.9"

60 Folweni 02 39.9"

61 Berea 02 39.9"

62 Durban 02 39.9"

63 Pinetown 02 39.9"

64 Scottburgh 02 39.8"

65 Kgapamadi 07 39.4"

66 Xikhusese 07 39.4"

67 Thulamahashi 09 39.4"

68 Acornhoek 09 39.4"

69 Maboke 07 39.4"

70 Thulamahashe 07 39.4"

71 Godide 07 39.4"

72 Tsakani 07 39.4"

73 Bolla-Tau 07 39.4"

74 Edinburgh A 07 39.4"

75 eMuziwezinto 02 38.9"

76 Malamulele 09 38.8"

77 Tshitereke 09 38.8"

78 Thohoyandou 09 38.8"

79 KwaThandeka 07 38.7"

80 Melmoth 02 38.6"

81 Bizana 05 38.2"

82 Tzaneen 09 38.1"

83 Lidgetton 02 37.0"

84 Howick 02 37.0"

85 Mpophomeni 02 37.0"

86 Ulundi 02 36.3"

87 Paulpietersburg 02 35.9"

88 eMvelo 07 35.7"

89 Dullstroom 07 35.5"

90 Wembesi 02 35.1"

91 Piet Retief 07 35.0"

92 Ekulindeni 07 34.9"

93 Nhlazatje 07 34.9"

94 Lukwatini 07 34.9"

95 Barberton 07 34.9"

96 Tjakastad 07 34.9"

97 Flagstaff 05 34.7"

98 Gonubie 05 34.7"

99 Mpumalanga 02 34.6"

100 Vryheid 02 34.6"

The rainiest cities in South Africa receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Languedoc leads with 66.7 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. Languedoc receives 66.7" of precipitation annually — that's about 5.6 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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