Kenyans warned to brace for more rains as wet season sets in
The Met Department noted that the anticipated rains are influenced by the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO), a weather pattern that moves from west to east along the equator, bringing rain and storms every 30 to 60 days.
Kenyans should prepare for continued rainfall across various parts of the country, the Kenya Meteorological Department has warned.
The department says isolated heavy rains are expected to persist in several regions, marking the onset of the rainy season in some areas.
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“Rainfall is expected to continue over several parts of the country. Isolated heavy rainfall events are likely in some areas,” the department stated.
The regions expected to receive rain include Western Kenya, the Rift Valley, and the Central Highlands, including Nairobi. Other areas likely to be affected are the Lake Victoria Basin, parts of the South-Eastern Lowlands, sections of the Coast, and North-Eastern and North-Western Kenya.
The Met Department noted that the anticipated rains are influenced by the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO), a weather pattern that moves from west to east along the equator, bringing rain and storms every 30 to 60 days.
“The MJO is expected to be in phase two from the second week of March, which may lead to an earlier-than-anticipated onset over some parts of the country,” said Director of Meteorological Services David Gikungu.
On Sunday evening, most regions in the country experienced heavy rainfall, which persisted throughout the night. Similar heavy downpours were recorded last week from Sunday, March 9, 2025 evening until Tuesday, March 11, 2025.
The Met Department has urged Kenyans to stay updated and take necessary precautions, especially in areas prone to flooding and sudden temperature changes. Farmers have been advised to prepare accordingly and work closely with local agricultural extension officers.
The March 2025 weather outlook, released on February 28, predicts that most regions will experience near to above-average rainfall, while some areas may record below-average levels.
The expected rains are seen as a relief for many parts of the country that have endured dry conditions.
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