The area in the US where it receives the most rainfall is typically in the Pacific Northwest, particularly around the Olympic Peninsula in Washington and parts of southwestern Oregon, which are known for high annual precipitation levels.
Wettest Regions in the US
- Pacific Northwest : This region experiences heavy rainfall, especially during the fall and winter months, due to moist air from the Pacific Ocean.
- Hawaii : Certain areas, such as Mount Waialeale on Kauai, are among the wettest spots on Earth, receiving over 400 inches of rain annually.
Specifics
- The Olympic Peninsula in Washington State receives an average of around 150 to 170 inches of rain per year, making it the rainiest part of the contiguous US.
- Mount Waialeale in Hawaii exceeds this, with annual rainfall often surpassing 400 inches.
Summary
The wettest place in the US is generally considered to be Mount Waialeale in Hawaii, but the Pacific Northwest sees the most consistent and high annual rainfall across a broad area within the contiguous states.
