Kenya is set to experience a week of heavy rains and strong winds, with several counties across the country on high alert. The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecast that from Tuesday, October 28 to Saturday, November 1, rainfall will persist throughout the day and night in many parts, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds.
The alert highlights that coastal counties, including Mombasa, Kilifi, Lamu, Kwale, and parts of Tana River, will experience scattered showers over the next five days.
Temperatures in these areas are expected to reach highs of 33°C and lows of 22°C. Residents and visitors are advised to prepare for wet conditions and possible disruptions in transport.
In the western and central highlands, counties such as Kisumu, Siaya, Homa Bay, Migori, Kisii, Nyamira, Trans Nzoia, Baringo, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi, Nakuru, Narok, Kericho, Bomet, Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, Busia, and West Pokot will also experience continuous rains and thunderstorms. Maximum temperatures in these areas will reach 31°C, while minimums are expected to fall to 8°C.
Nairobi and the surrounding counties of Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Kiambu, Meru, Embu, and Tharaka Nithi are forecast to have showers throughout the week.
Daytime temperatures will rise to 31°C, while nighttime lows may drop to 5°C. Flooded roads and poor visibility may affect traffic, prompting motorists to exercise caution.
Slightly warmer conditions are expected in Kitui, Makueni, Machakos, Kajiado, Taita Taveta, and inland areas of Tana River County, where daytime temperatures may reach 32°C and night temperatures around 13°C.
The northern and northeastern counties, including Turkana, Samburu, Marsabit, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, and Isiolo, will not be spared from showers and thunderstorms.
Maximum temperatures in these regions are expected to hit 37°C, while minimums may drop to 8°C in Turkana and Samburu, and 16°C in Marsabit, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, and Isiolo.
Authorities are advising residents to take precautions, especially those in flood-prone areas. The public is urged to monitor weather updates and avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rains.
