5 Rainiest States in the US

In this article, we will take a look at the top 5 rainiest states in the US. If you would like to read our discussion on the rainfall disparities across the country, you can go to the 25 Rainiest States in the US.

5. Florida

Mean Annual Precipitation: 54.57 Inches

Florida’s climate is marked by distinct wet and dry seasons, with the majority of rainfall occurring between June and October. Annual precipitation levels vary between 44 to 65 inches per year. Average annual precipitation has remained relatively consistent across the state compared to the first half of the last century. However, there has been an increase in winter precipitation in the Panhandle, North Florida, and South Florida. Conversely, while summer precipitation has risen across the Peninsula, it has decreased in the central Panhandle.