The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a forecast indicating that several parts of Kenya will experience rainfall between September 22 and 28. The areas expected to receive rainfall include the Coast, Northeastern, Western, Central, and parts of the Rift Valley. Residents in these regions are advised to prepare for the changing weather conditions. The forecast also mentions that some areas will experience daytime average maximum temperatures above 30°C.
According to the meteorological department, counties likely to experience rainfall include Kwale, Mombasa, Kilifi, Tana River, Lamu, Garissa, Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Murang’a, Nairobi, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi, Kitui, Makueni, Narok, Baringo, and Bomet. Other areas expected to receive rainfall are Bungoma, Busia, Elgeyo-Marakwet, Homa Bay, Kakamega, Kericho, Kisii, Kisumu, Migori, Nakuru, Nandi, Nyamira, Siaya, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, and Vihiga.
The weather department also expects varying temperature ranges across different counties. Daytime average maximum temperatures above 30°C are predicted in several counties, including Kilifi, Tana River, Lamu, Garissa, Wajir, Isiolo, Marsabit, and Turkana. Conversely, night-time average minimum temperatures below 10°C are expected in some parts of Meru, Tharaka-Nithi, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Nyeri, Nakuru, Narok, Taita-Taveta, and Kajiado counties.
The forecast comes as the country steps up preparedness ahead of the October-December (OND) rainfall season. The department continues to issue regular updates on expected rainfall patterns, temperatures, and winds. This information is crucial for residents, farmers, and other stakeholders to plan and prepare for the potential impacts of the changing weather conditions.
In response to the forecast, Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku stated that the government has put plans in place to prepare areas expected to be more vulnerable to the effects of the rains. The government is ready to respond quickly to emergencies and prevent loss of life in affected areas. Ruku emphasized that the government has stationed resources in areas considered more vulnerable to the expected rains.
The latest forecast covering September 19 and 20 listed several counties that recorded showers, including Kericho, Kakamega, Vihiga, Nandi, Kisumu, Baringo, Bomet, Homa Bay, Nakuru, Bungoma, Busia, Siaya, Migori, Nyamira, Uasin Gishu, and Trans Nzoia. Other counties cited are Nyandarua, Murang’a, Kirinyaga, Kiambu, Nairobi, Embu, Meru, Nyeri, Mombasa, Kwale, Lamu, and Kilifi.
The Kenya Meteorological Department has advised residents in the affected areas to stay informed about the weather conditions and take necessary precautions. The forecast indicates that the showers may not persist throughout the day, with sunny intervals projected over most parts of the country during the morning and afternoon. However, residents are advised to be prepared for potential disruptions and changes in weather patterns.
Key points
- The Kenya Meteorological Department forecasts rainfall in several parts of Kenya from September 22 to 28.
- Counties likely to experience rainfall include Kwale, Mombasa, Kilifi, Tana River, Lamu, Garissa, Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Murang’a, Nairobi, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi, Kitui, Makueni, Narok, Baringo, and Bomet.
- The government has put plans in place to prepare areas expected to be more vulnerable to the effects of the rains.
