Kenya Met issues 7-day rainfall forecast for 29 counties
KMSA has forecast rainfall across several parts of the country between October 16 and 23, 2026, warning that isolated storms may occur in some areas.
By Morgan WanyonyiKMSA has forecast rainfall across several parts of the country between October 16 and 23, 2026, warning that isolated storms may occur in some areas.
By Morgan WanyonyiThe weather outlook for 25 to 31 August shows that parts of the Coast, eastern and western regions are likely to receive rain, while some central counties are expected to experience intermittent cool and cloudy conditions.
By David AbonyoApart from the eight counties expected to receive rain, several parts of the country are likely to experience intermittent cool and cloudy conditions. The areas include parts of Embu, Kiambu, Kirinyaga, Laikipia, Meru, Murang'a, Nairobi, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi, Nakuru, Machakos, Kajiado, Taita Taveta, Marsabit and Wajir counties.
By Bradley BosireCounties expected to experience rain include Bungoma, Trans Nzoia, Kakamega, Nakuru, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, Kericho, Nyandarua, Nyeri and Murang'a.
By Maureen KinyanjuiApart from the showers, the weatherman said cool and cloudy conditions will persist in several parts of the country for much of the day. The affected areas include Embu, Kiambu, Kirinyaga, Laikipia, Meru, Murang'a, Nairobi, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi, Kitui, Makueni and Kajiado.
By Bradley BosireIn its weekly forecast issued on Monday, the department said morning rains are expected in Kisumu, Siaya, Busia, Bungoma and Kakamega counties, setting the stage for continued wet conditions in the Lake Victoria Basin.
By David AbonyoThe department's weekly forecast issued on Monday shows rain is likely in Bungoma, Kakamega, Vihiga, Baringo, Bomet, Elgeyo-Marakwet, Kericho, Nakuru, Nandi, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Busia, Homa Bay, Kisii, Kisumu, Migori, Narok, Nyamira, Siaya, Embu, Kiambu, Kirinyaga, Laikipia, Meru, Murang'a, Nairobi, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi, Garissa, Marsabit, Kilifi, Kwale, Lamu, Mombasa and the coastal parts of Tana River County.
By David AbonyoCounties in the Lake Victoria Basin, the Highlands West of the Rift Valley and the wider Rift Valley region are likely to record morning rains in some areas before afternoon showers and thunderstorms develop.
By Bradley BosireCounties expected to experience showers and thunderstorms include Nandi, Kakamega, Kisumu, Narok, Nyeri, Kiambu, Nairobi, Meru and Embu, among others.
By David AbonyoDaytime maximum temperatures of above 30°C are expected in the Coast, Southeastern Lowlands, Northeastern and Northwestern regions, while some highland areas may experience significantly cooler nights.
By David AbonyoIt warns of possible isolated storms and urges residents to stay updated through official platforms, noting that weather conditions will vary by county and some areas may experience sudden changes.
By Chrispho OwuorIn its weekly outlook covering April 14 to 20, 2026, the department said rain is expected in parts of the Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, the South Rift, the Coast, northeastern Kenya and sections of the southeastern lowlands.
By Bradley BosireIn the north-western counties of Turkana and Samburu, the forecast points to generally sunny conditions during the day, with partly cloudy skies at night. However, northern parts of Turkana may still experience occasional showers in the morning and at night.
By David AbonyoThe department also warned of showers and thunderstorms in several regions, including Nairobi and the Lake Victoria Basin, mainly in the afternoon and evening.
By David AbonyoIn its weekly bulletin released on December 9, the department noted that only a few areas in the Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, parts of the Rift Valley itself, the Coast, North-eastern Kenya and the South-eastern lowlands are likely to experience occasional showers.
By Bradley BosireDaytime temperatures will exceed 30°C in several areas, while some parts of the Central Highlands and Rift Valley may record night-time lows below 10°C. A weather review on Tuesday shows declining rainfall nationwide.
By Chrispho OwuorKenya Met also noted that strong winds of more than 25 knots will be experienced across the Coast, south-eastern lowlands, as well as the north-eastern and north-western regions.
By Maureen Kinyanjui