Rainy days can sometimes feel a little dull, especially when outdoor play isn’t an option. But guess what? Laughter is the perfect umbrella for a gloomy mood! Whether your kids are stuck inside or just love a good giggle, these hilarious rainy day jokes will bring sunshine to their spirits. At The Kids Point, we believe every drizzle can come with a drizzle of joy—through humor, fun, and creative play.
From silly puns to watery wordplay, this joke collection is perfect for sharing at the kitchen table, telling during a rainy day read-aloud, or slipping into your kid’s lunchbox. Get ready for a storm of giggles!
Why Jokes Are Great for Rainy Days
Rainy days might keep you indoors, but laughter opens all kinds of doors. Telling jokes helps:
- Boost mood and reduce boredom
- Encourage creative thinking
- Promote language skills and wordplay
- Strengthen family bonds through shared laughter
So when thunder rumbles and puddles grow, just bring out a few funny jokes to keep things sunny indoors.
Water You Waiting For? Let’s Dive Into the Jokes!
Rain and Weather Jokes
These jokes are all about the wet and wild weather outside. Perfect for when you’re cozy inside with cocoa.
- What does a cloud wear under his raincoat?
Thunderwear! - Why did the raindrop stay home from school?
It was feeling under the weather! - What did one raindrop say to the other?
Two’s company, three’s a cloud! - Why did the weather bring a tissue?
It had a little fog in its nose! - What’s a rainy day’s favorite ride at the amusement park?
The water slide! - What’s the difference between a horse and the weather?
One is reined up and the other rains down! - How do thunderstorms greet each other?
With a bolt handshake!
Umbrella and Raincoat Riddles
Even your rain gear gets to join in the fun!
- Why did the umbrella break up with the raincoat?
It said, “You always cover for me!” - What do you call a wet teddy bear with an umbrella?
A drizzly bear! - What kind of coat is always wet when you put it on?
A coat of paint! - Why don’t umbrellas ever get lost?
Because they always stick around when it rains! - What do you call a detective in a downpour?
Sherlock Rain!
Indoor Fun Jokes for Rainy Days
These are perfect for kids lounging with games, books, and snacks while the rain taps on the windows.
- What do kids do when it’s raining cats and dogs?
They find the poodles (puddles)! - Why did the board game call the police?
It got caught in a monopoly! - What game do clouds like to play?
Hide and thunder-seek! - Why did the cookie cry on the rainy day?
Because its mom was a wafer (away for) so long! - What’s a rainy day’s favorite bedtime story?
“Little Drip Riding Hood”
Soggy Animal Puns
Animals get wet too! These jokes are great for animal lovers waiting for the sun to shine again.
- What do frogs like to eat on a rainy day?
Fly soup! - Why don’t ducks get wet in the rain?
Because they always quack open an umbrella! - What’s a cow’s favorite thing to do on a rainy day?
Go to the moooovies! - What kind of bird loves a rainstorm?
A wethering dove! - How do cats stay dry in the rain?
They use purr-asols!
Classroom Comedy for Drippy Days
Teachers and kids can use these in the classroom when rain keeps everyone inside during recess.
- What did the pencil say during the rainstorm?
“I’m drawing a blank!” - Why was the math book sad on a rainy day?
Because it had too many problems! - What’s the best subject on a rainy day?
Art—it lets your imagination puddle up! - Why did the student sit next to the window during the storm?
He wanted to be a lightning thinker! - What do science teachers wear on rainy days?
Lab coats—and rain boots!
Puddle Jumpers’ Paradise: Outdoor-Inspired Jokes
If your little ones love puddle jumping, these jokes are just the splash they need.
- Why did the kid jump into the puddle with both feet?
To make a splash in life! - What do you call someone who loves puddles?
A splash-ionista! - Why did the puddle go to school?
To become a little deeper! - What’s a puddle’s favorite song?
“Splish Splash, I Was Takin’ a Bath”
Rainy Day Knock-Knock Jokes
No joke list is complete without these classic knock-knocks.
- Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Drip.
Drip who?
Drip, drop, don’t stop—dance in the rain! - Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Rain.
Rain who?
Rain or shine, I’m here to make you laugh! - Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Puddle.
Puddle who?
Puddle up with a good joke! - Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Storm.
Storm who?
Storm me a story while we wait for the sun!
Tips to Make Rainy Day Jokes Even More Fun
Want to make these jokes even more entertaining for your little comedians? Here are some creative ways to use them:
Rainy Day Comedy Show
Let your kids put on a “rainy day comedy show” for the family. Have them create a stage in the living room, use a flashlight for a spotlight, and deliver these jokes as part of their performance! Encourage them to come up with a stage name and design a fun poster to announce the show. You can even record their performance to share with friends and relatives.
Joke Cards Craft
Print or write out jokes on colorful index cards and turn them into a “Rainy Day Joke Deck.” Kids can pull a card anytime the rain pours. Let them decorate the cards with drawings, stickers, or glitter for a personalized touch. Store the deck in a special box or envelope so it becomes a go-to rainy day activity.
Joke Skits
Pick a few jokes and act them out as mini-skits with costumes or props from around the house. This adds an extra layer of fun and creativity to the humor. Encourage siblings or friends to join in and form their own mini acting troupe. You can even host a family talent night to showcase everyone’s skits.
Tongue Twister Bonus Round
Add some funny rainy-day tongue twisters at the end for even more giggles, like:
- “Raindrops race rapidly down rocky roads.”
- “Soggy shoes sloshed and squished through slippery streets.”
Educational Value Hidden in the Humor
While your kids are laughing, they’re also learning. Here’s how jokes help:
- Vocabulary Growth: Rain-themed words (e.g., drizzle, puddle, thunder) expand language.
- Comprehension Skills: Understanding punchlines involves following logic and humor.
- Confidence Boost: Telling jokes builds public speaking and communication skills.
- Creativity: Kids start making up their own jokes once they get the hang of it!
Turn the Rain Into a Rainbow of Laughter
Rainy days don’t have to mean bored faces and sighs at the window. With these hilarious rainy day jokes, your kids can splash into laughter and stay entertained while learning new words and telling stories. Whether they’re cracking up with silly animal puns, knock-knock giggles, or funny indoor antics, the laughter they share is sunshine on a cloudy day.
At The Kids Point, we believe every storm cloud has a silver (or giggly) lining—and these jokes are here to prove it! Keep this collection handy, and rainy days will become something to look forward to.