Is there a Pomodoro timer?

Yes. A built-in focus timer runs 25/5 or 50/10 work-and-break cycles and chimes gently at each change.

Will the sound distract me?

It is designed not to. Because the sound is generated live it never loops, so there is no repeating pattern for your attention to follow.

Do I need to install anything?

No. It runs in a browser tab with no account, and works offline once loaded.

Yes, free with no sign-up. You can optionally support the project on Gumroad.

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Tip: the wake alarm and timers only run while this tab stays open.

Yes — a steady, non-looping rain is one of the simplest ways to hold attention, and rainrainsound adds a built-in work timer so you can run focused sessions without leaving the page.

Every sound is synthesized live with Web Audio — there are no recorded loops
Nothing repeats: drops, thunder, birds and bells are scheduled in real time
Free, with no account and no sign-up
Runs in any modern browser; works offline once loaded
Sleep, focus and wake timers built in

Why rain helps you concentrate

A consistent wash of sound gives your attention something even to rest against, masking the chatter, notifications and clicks that break your flow. The reason a loop works against you here is the same as with sleep: once you notice the recording restart, part of your mind starts tracking it, and that is attention you wanted on your work.

Live-generated rain has no such tell. It stays in the background where it belongs, so the only thing your focus has to compete with is, well, nothing.

Run focused sessions with the built-in timer

Open the Focus mood and use the work timer to run 25/5 or 50/10 cycles. The soundscape shifts and a soft chime marks each switch between work and break, so you can keep your eyes on the task and still feel the rhythm of the session.

Building a deep-work mix

Keep it light and dry for reading or writing: a moderate rain with a distant stream is enough to mask a room. For long, heads-down stretches, add a low drone for a sense of depth, and nudge the tone warmer so nothing in the sound is sharp enough to grab you. If you want an arc instead of a wall of sound, try the Deep Work journey — it builds, holds for half an hour, and gently lifts when you're done.

If you are deciding between live rain and plain coloured noise for work, this is the short version:

Sound	Character	Best for
Live rain (this site)	Natural, evolving, never loops	Sleep, focus, study, long sessions
White noise	Bright, flat hiss across all frequencies	Masking sudden, sharp noises
Pink noise	Softer, balanced, less harsh than white	Steady background, easier on the ears
Brown noise	Deep, low rumble with little treble	A warmer, heavier wash

Questions about rain sounds for focus

Is there a Pomodoro timer?: Yes. A built-in focus timer runs 25/5 or 50/10 work-and-break cycles and chimes gently at each change.
Will the sound distract me?: It is designed not to. Because the sound is generated live it never loops, so there is no repeating pattern for your attention to follow.
Do I need to install anything?: No. It runs in a browser tab with no account, and works offline once loaded.
Is it free?: Yes, free with no sign-up. You can optionally support the project on Gumroad.

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