Rainiest Cities in Switzerland

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

Best Switzerland Cities

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

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Rainiest Cities - Switzerland

1 Attinghausen UR 98.8"
2 Schattdorf UR 98.8"
3 Inwil LU 98.8"
4 Hergiswil NW 98.8"
5 Steinhausen ZG 98.8"
6 Stans NW 98.8"
7 Alpnach OW 98.8"
8 Bürglen UR 98.8"
9 Goldau SZ 98.8"
10 Wädenswil / Leihof-Mühlebach ZH 98.8"
11 Emmen LU 98.8"
12 Richterswil / Dorfkern ZH 98.8"
13 Küssnacht SZ 98.8"
14 Dietwil AG 98.8"
15 Spiringen UR 98.8"
16 Wädenswil / Büelen ZH 98.8"
17 Wädenswil / Eichweid ZH 98.8"
18 Wädenswil / Dorf (Wädenswil) ZH 98.8"
19 Beckenried NW 98.8"
20 Rotkreuz ZG 98.8"
21 Unterägeri ZG 98.8"
22 Kerns OW 98.8"
23 Wädenswil / Hangenmoos ZH 98.8"
24 Hünenberg ZG 98.8"
25 Schwyz SZ 98.8"
26 Horw LU 98.8"
27 Wädenswil / Boller-Giessen ZH 98.8"
28 Ebikon LU 98.8"
29 Wädenswil ZH 98.8"
30 Ingenbohl SZ 98.8"
31 Luzern LU 98.8"
32 Wädenswil / Untermosen-Fuhr ZH 98.8"
33 Kehlhof ZH 98.8"
34 Dorf ZH 98.8"
35 Baar ZG 98.8"
36 Altdorf UR 98.8"
37 Root LU 98.8"
38 Hochdorf LU 98.8"
39 Kriens LU 98.8"
40 Einsiedeln SZ 98.8"
41 Stansstad NW 98.8"
42 Ennetbürgen NW 98.8"
43 Buochs NW 98.8"
44 Cham ZG 98.8"
45 Männedorf / Ausserfeld ZH 98.8"
46 Zug ZG 98.8"
47 Adligenswil LU 98.8"
48 Meggen LU 98.8"
49 Richterswil ZH 98.8"
50 Richterswil / Richterswil (Dorfkern) ZH 98.8"
51 Buchrain LU 98.8"
52 Au / Unter-Dorf ZH 98.8"
53 Au ZH 98.8"
54 Arth SZ 98.8"
55 Wollerau SZ 98.8"
56 Au / Ober-Ort/Gwad ZH 98.8"
57 Meierskappel LU 98.8"
58 Stäfa ZH 98.8"
59 Littau LU 98.8"
60 Bad Ragaz SG 92.2"
61 Sevelen SG 92.2"
62 Chur GR 92.2"
63 Gams SG 92.2"
64 Zizers GR 92.2"
65 Felsberg GR 92.2"
66 Haag (Rheintal) SG 92.2"
67 Untervaz GR 92.2"
68 Igis GR 92.2"
69 Buchs SG 92.2"
70 Sargans SG 92.2"
71 Landquart GR 92.2"
72 Domat GR 92.2"
73 Grabs SG 92.2"
74 Altendorf SZ 90.0"
75 Jona SG 90.0"
76 Uznach SG 90.0"
77 Hombrechtikon / Eichberg ZH 90.0"
78 Eschenbach SG 90.0"
79 Lachen SZ 90.0"
80 Glarus GL 90.0"
81 Uerikon ZH 90.0"
82 Freienbach SZ 90.0"
83 Siebnen SZ 90.0"
84 Pfäffikon SZ 90.0"
85 Schübelbach SZ 90.0"
86 Jussy GE 88.1"
87 Presinge GE 88.1"
88 Prangins VD 82.5"
89 Anières GE 82.5"
90 Corsier GE 82.5"
91 Versoix GE 82.5"
92 Hermance GE 82.5"
93 Eysins VD 82.5"
94 Nyon VD 82.5"
95 Spiez BE 81.5"
96 Savièse VS 81.5"
97 Sigriswil BE 81.5"
98 Wimmis BE 81.5"
99 Grimisuat VS 81.5"
100 Frutigen BE 81.5"

The rainiest cities in Switzerland receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Attinghausen leads with 98.8 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. Attinghausen receives 98.8" of precipitation annually - that's about 8.2 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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