The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority has released a five-day forecast covering 41 of Kenya's 47 counties, running from Saturday, October 31 to Wednesday, November 4. According to the forecast, rain or showers are projected for 40 counties on Saturday, making it the wettest day of the period, while the remaining days will see lighter precipitation. The forecast also indicates that light to moderate rainfall – between 5 mm and 20 mm in 24 hours – is expected on Saturday in 18 counties.
The counties expected to receive light to moderate rainfall on Saturday include Nairobi, Kwale, Taita-Taveta, Garissa, Machakos, Makueni, Nyeri, Murang'a, Kiambu, Kajiado, Nakuru, Narok, Kericho, Bomet, Siaya, Kisumu, Migori, and Nyamira. Coastal counties such as Mombasa, Kilifi, and Kwale will see light showers, while Kwale, Taita-Taveta, Garissa, and Makueni are forecast to receive moderate rain on Saturday morning. The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority advised the public to combine the five-day outlook with its daily 24-hour bulletins.
Thunderstorms are flagged for 19 counties, all located in the Rift Valley and western regions, with storms expected on Saturday afternoon and persisting on several days in counties like Bomet, Kisii, Nakuru, Kericho, Kakamega, and Migori. The thunderstorms are expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds to these areas. Residents in these counties are advised to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
Six counties – Wajir, Mandera, Marsabit, Turkana, Trans Nzoia, and Elgeyo/Marakwet – are expected to remain completely dry throughout the five-day period. The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority also noted that temperatures will vary across the country, with northern counties reaching up to 39 °C, while highland areas such as Nyandarua, Laikipia, and Kericho will experience night lows as low as 7 °C to 11 °C.
The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA) released the five-day forecast to help the public prepare for the expected weather conditions. The forecast is available on the KMSA website and through County Directors of Meteorological Services. The public is advised to consult county-specific forecasts to get more detailed information about the expected weather conditions in their areas.
The five-day outlook is part of the KMSA's efforts to provide accurate and timely weather forecasts to the public. The authority uses a network of weather stations and satellite imagery to collect data and make forecasts. The forecasts are then disseminated to the public through various channels, including the KMSA website, social media, and County Directors of Meteorological Services.
In conclusion, the Kenya Meteorological Service Authority has issued a five-day forecast for 41 counties, with rain or showers expected in 40 counties on Saturday. Thunderstorms are flagged for 19 counties, and six counties are expected to remain dry throughout the period. The public is advised to take necessary precautions and consult county-specific forecasts to ensure their safety.
Key points
- The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority forecasts rain or showers across 41 counties from Oct 31 to Nov 4.
- Thunderstorms are expected in 19 western and Rift Valley counties.
- Six counties are expected to remain completely dry throughout the five-day period.
