Rainiest Cities in Tanzania

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — Tanzania

1 Ipinda 09 83.1"

2 Mwaya 09 80.9"

3 Kyela 09 80.9"

4 Mkoani 20 71.5"

5 Tukuyu 09 71.3"

6 Kiwira 09 71.3"

7 Katerero 19 71.3"

8 Katumba 09 71.3"

9 Masoko 09 71.0"

10 Bukoba 19 69.5"

11 Mtambile 20 67.2"

12 Mahenge 10 66.8"

13 Nungwi 22 65.8"

14 Zanzibar 25 65.6"

15 Bububu 25 65.6"

16 Micheweni 13 63.8"

17 Konde 13 63.8"

18 Wete 13 63.8"

19 Lupiro 10 62.8"

20 Kilindoni 02 61.0"

21 Ifakara 10 60.0"

22 Mtimbira 10 58.9"

23 Kidatu 10 58.5"

24 Mlimba 10 58.2"

25 Chake Chake 20 58.2"

26 Katoro 19 57.0"

27 Muriti 08 56.9"

28 Kamachumu 19 56.4"

29 Utengule 09 55.7"

30 Sokoni 21 55.6"

31 Kidodi 10 55.6"

32 Sirari 08 55.4"

33 Kisanga 10 55.1"

34 Mahonda 21 54.6"

35 Makungu 04 54.1"

36 Mbamba Bay 14 53.9"

37 Matongo 08 53.2"

38 Ruaha 10 53.2"

39 Mahanje 14 52.8"

40 Nshamba 19 52.6"

41 Itumba 32 52.6"

42 Tingi 14 52.5"

43 Liuli 14 52.3"

44 Malinyi 10 51.3"

45 Kandete 09 50.7"

46 Maramba 18 50.7"

47 Kasulu 05 50.6"

48 Mikumi 10 49.9"

49 Tarime 08 48.8"

50 Muheza 18 48.3"

51 Tanga 18 48.2"

52 Nakatunguru 08 48.2"

53 Nansio 08 48.2"

54 Mbinga 14 48.2"

55 Mlowo 32 48.1"

56 Vwawa 32 48.1"

57 Vikindu 02 47.8"

58 Mkuranga 02 47.8"

59 Pangani 18 47.5"

60 Muleba 19 47.4"

61 Njombe 30 46.9"

62 Tarakea 06 46.9"

63 Mlangali 30 46.7"

64 Maposeni 14 46.7"

65 Songea 14 46.3"

66 Kyaka 19 46.3"

67 Mwandege 02 46.1"

68 Matiri 14 46.0"

69 Mabamba 05 45.8"

70 Majengo 18 45.8"

71 Kibondo 05 45.7"

72 Kigonsera 14 45.7"

73 Soni 18 45.7"

74 Mbeya 09 45.1"

75 Madimba 11 44.9"

76 Mtwango 30 44.6"

77 Kitangari 11 44.6"

78 Makongolosi 09 44.3"

79 Nanyamba 11 44.2"

80 Kitama 11 44.2"

81 Bungu 02 44.2"

82 Manda 30 44.1"

83 Ulenje 09 44.1"

84 Korogwe 18 44.0"

85 Madizini 10 43.4"

86 Mwandiga 05 42.9"

87 Maneromango 02 42.9"

88 Mpanda 29 42.8"

89 Kisarawe 02 42.7"

90 Mapinga 02 42.7"

91 Mtwara 11 42.7"

92 Matundasi 09 42.5"

93 Urambo 17 42.3"

94 Nsunga 19 42.3"

95 Dar es Salaam 23 42.0"

96 Magomeni 23 42.0"

97 Kibaha 02 41.9"

98 Kibiti 02 41.6"

99 Mlalo 18 41.6"

100 Matamba 30 41.4"

The rainiest cities in Tanzania receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Ipinda leads with 83.1 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. Ipinda receives 83.1" of precipitation annually — that's about 6.9 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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