Learning how to draw rain can be simple and cheerful. In this easy drawing tutorial, we will create a cute rain cloud with a friendly face, raindrops, and small falling rain lines.

This step by step drawing is made for beginners. Take your time, follow each shape, and enjoy building the picture one part at a time.

What You Will Need

• Pencil
• Eraser
• Black marker or pen
• Paper
• Coloring tools, such as crayons or colored pencils

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Time needed:

28 minutes.

Step-by-Step Drawing Guide

Step 1: Draw the Large Top Curve of the Cloud

Start near the upper middle of the page with a wide arching curve. This line forms the highest bump of the cloud, and both ends stay open for now.

Pro Tip: Keep the top of the curve rounded so the cloud looks soft.

[Alt Text: A beginner sketch for how to draw rain, starting with the large top curve of a cloud.]

Step 2: Add the Side Curves of the Cloud

Add a larger rounded curve on the left side to form a soft cloud edge. Add a smaller curve on the right side so the outline begins to look like a rainy cloud.

Pro Tip: The side curves can be different sizes, but their joints should connect smoothly.

[Alt Text: A beginner sketch for how to draw rain, refining the cloud outline with larger and smaller side curves.]

Step 3: Close the Bottom of the Cloud

Start at the lower left with a long horizontal bottom line. Let the line stretch across to the right, then curve upward into the cloud edge.

Pro Tip: The bottom line may curve slightly and does not need to be perfectly straight.

[Alt Text: A beginner sketch for how to draw rain, completing the cloud outline with a closed bottom edge.]

Step 4: Draw the Cute Face

Add two round eyes in the middle of the cloud, leaving a small highlight in each one. Draw a short smiling curve below and between the eyes.

Pro Tip: Keep both eyes at the same height so the face looks neat and cute.

[Alt Text: A beginner sketch for how to draw rain, adding a cute face to the cloud before the rain details.]

Step 5: Add the Raindrops

Draw several teardrop-shaped raindrops below the cloud. Arrange them in two loose rows, with slightly staggered positions for a natural look.

Pro Tip: Make each raindrop pointed at the top and rounded below for a consistent design.

[Alt Text: A beginner sketch for how to draw rain, adding teardrop raindrops beneath the smiling cloud.]

Step 6: Add Small Rain Lines

Add several short slanted lines between the raindrops to show falling rain. Spread these lines in different spots, and keep them from crowding the raindrops.

Pro Tip: Keep the rain lines angled the same way so the drawing looks tidy.

[Alt Text: A beginner sketch for how to draw rain, refining the smiling rain cloud with raindrops and small falling rain lines.]

Step 7: Color in your drawing!

Fun Facts

Rain starts as tiny water droplets inside clouds. When many droplets join together and become heavy, they fall to the ground as rain.

Clouds can look fluffy because they are made of many tiny droplets or ice crystals. A cute cloud drawing is a friendly way to show rainy weather.

Pin it now, Draw later!

Now you have finished a simple rain drawing for beginners. You can trace the final lines with a black marker, then color the cloud light blue or gray.

Add a pale blue background, extra raindrops, or a small puddle below. Keep practicing this step by step drawing, and try making your next rain cloud with a new expression.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this rain drawing good for beginners?

Yes, this easy drawing tutorial uses simple curves, circles, and teardrop shapes. Each step adds only one clear part.

How can I make the rain look more lively?

Add more short slanted rain lines around the drops. Keep their direction similar so the drawing still looks clean.

What colors should I use for a cute rain cloud?

Use soft gray or pale blue for the cloud. Bright blue raindrops can make the rain look cheerful and clear.