Rainiest Cities in United States

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities - United States

1 Hawaiian Paradise Park HI 151.2"
2 Ketchikan AK 149.5"
3 Hilo HI 120.4"
4 Sitka AK 102.1"
5 Lincoln City OR 96.4"
6 Tillamook OR 89.8"
7 Sandy OR 79.0"
8 Kodiak AK 78.3"
9 Brookings OR 77.6"
10 Haiku-Pauwela HI 77.4"
11 Seaside OR 76.7"
12 Brevard NC 75.6"
13 Florence OR 75.5"
14 Niceville FL 73.4"
15 Tequesta FL 72.2"
16 Jupiter FL 72.2"
17 North Palm Beach FL 72.2"
18 Bay Minette AL 71.8"
19 Foley AL 71.7"
20 Thibodaux LA 71.1"
21 Raceland LA 71.1"
22 Schriever LA 71.1"
23 Chackbay LA 71.1"
24 Vancleave MS 70.9"
25 Meraux LA 70.4"
26 Chalmette LA 70.4"
27 Astoria OR 70.3"
28 Warrenton OR 70.3"
29 Robertsdale AL 69.0"
30 Hoquiam WA 68.8"
31 Ocean Shores WA 68.8"
32 Aberdeen WA 68.8"
33 Ensley FL 68.3"
34 Pace FL 68.3"
35 Brent FL 68.3"
36 Gulf Breeze FL 68.3"
37 Bellview FL 68.3"
38 Pensacola FL 68.3"
39 Sultan WA 68.3"
40 Ferry Pass FL 68.3"
41 West Pensacola FL 68.3"
42 Gonzalez FL 68.3"
43 Shelton WA 67.9"
44 Moss Bluff LA 67.8"
45 Inniswold LA 67.5"
46 Oak Hills Place LA 67.5"
47 Shenandoah LA 67.5"
48 Baton Rouge LA 67.5"
49 Old Jefferson LA 67.5"
50 Village St. George LA 67.5"
51 Fountainebleau FL 67.4"
52 Westchester FL 67.4"
53 Brownsville FL 67.4"
54 West Miami FL 67.4"
55 Tamiami FL 67.4"
56 Doral FL 67.4"
57 Sweetwater FL 67.4"
58 Miami Springs FL 67.4"
59 Newport OR 67.3"
60 Reserve LA 67.2"
61 Laplace LA 67.2"
62 Prairieville LA 67.2"
63 Saraland AL 67.1"
64 Prichard AL 67.1"
65 Tillmans Corner AL 67.1"
66 Semmes AL 67.1"
67 Juneau AK 67.0"
68 Freeport FL 67.0"
69 Youngsville LA 66.8"
70 St. Martinville LA 66.8"
71 Larose LA 66.7"
72 Picayune MS 66.7"
73 Cut Off LA 66.7"
74 Galliano LA 66.7"
75 East Milton FL 66.4"
76 Mandeville LA 66.4"
77 Milton FL 66.4"
78 Covington LA 66.2"
79 Palm Beach Gardens FL 66.0"
80 Jupiter Farms FL 66.0"
81 Central LA 66.0"
82 Magalia CA 66.0"
83 Gulf Park Estates MS 65.9"
84 Gulf Hills MS 65.9"
85 Latimer MS 65.9"
86 Ocean Springs MS 65.9"
87 Diamondhead MS 65.9"
88 St. Martin MS 65.9"
89 Terrytown LA 65.9"
90 Fairhope AL 65.8"
91 Gulf Shores AL 65.8"
92 Spanish Fort AL 65.8"
93 Daphne AL 65.8"
94 Gonzales LA 65.7"
95 Gray LA 65.4"
96 Houma LA 65.4"
97 Bayou Blue LA 65.4"
98 Bayou Cane LA 65.4"
99 Franklin LA 65.3"
100 Abbeville LA 65.3"

The rainiest cities in United States receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Hawaiian Paradise Park leads with 151.2 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. Hawaiian Paradise Park receives 151.2" of precipitation annually - that's about 12.6 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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