Kenya Meteorological Department Stories
The Kenya Meteorological Department said rainfall is expected across several parts of the country starting Thursday, May 8 and continuing to next week...
In an update after the incident, the department confirmed that the tremor was caused by shock waves from an earthquake that occurred near Longido town...
The magnitude of the earthquake, reported at around 10:30 am, has not yet been confirmed. However, according to Volcano Discovery, the tremors may hav...
Morning rainfall is expected in parts of Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Kiambu, Meru, Embu, Tharaka-Nithi, and Nairobi. Afternoon an...
In its weekly outlook covering April 29 to May 5, the department said that sunny conditions will dominate most parts of the country, with high tempera...
Among the hazards identified are river overflow, flash floods, damage to property and infrastructure, threats to human and livestock safety, and disru...
According to Gikungu, rainfall is expected to intensify during the second half of the forecast period.
According to the Met Department, the Highlands West of the Rift Valley and the Lake Victoria Basin will experience rain in the morning, followed by sh...
As the rains continue over the next seven days, the weatherman has urged citizens across the country to remain cautious of potential disruptions cause...
The advisory highlights the likelihood of continued rains in the Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, the South-eastern lowlands, the Coastal s...
Rainfall is expected to continue into the night, although it will be less intense on Wednesday. Daytime temperatures are forecast to range between 31°...
The weatherman also raised concerns about the potential increase in water and vector-borne diseases in areas receiving near-to-above-average rainfall.
On Monday, the weather is likely to improve, with sunny intervals during the day and partly cloudy skies at night.
In the coming week, parts of the northwestern and coastal regions will receive occasional rainfall, though this may not meet the official criteria for...
The department has cautioned residents in Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Kiambu, Meru, Embu, Tharaka, and Nairobi to brace for cold...
The Met Department noted that the anticipated rains are influenced by the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO), a weather pattern that moves from west to e...
The department has advised Kenyans to stay informed about the weather and take necessary precautions, especially in areas prone to heavy rainfall and...
The forecast indicates that estates in Kamukunji, including Eastleigh, Pumwani, parts of Gikomba, and Muthurwa, will receive over 35mm of rainfall.
The department also noted the likelihood of isolated storms in some of these areas, particularly over the weekend.
The department highlighted the risks posed by high winds, which are expected to sweep across Marsabit, Turkana, Wajir, and parts of the coast. These w...
The Kenya Meteorological Department warned of possible food and electricity price increases due to varied rainfall distribution across the country.
In addition to the heat, strong southeasterly winds are expected to exceed 25 knots (12.9m/s) in parts of Turkana, Marsabit, and Garissa counties.
Kenyans have been encouraged to stay vigilant as the weather shifts over the coming days.
Kenyans have been advised to stay informed to minimise potential impacts on health, agriculture, and water resources.
In the forecast, the weatherman highlighted that the counties in the Highlands East of the Rift Valley such as Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga,...
According to the forecast, regions including the Coast, North-Eastern Kenya, North-Western Kenya, parts of Western Kenya, and the South-Eastern Lowlan...
These rains are expected to continue intermittently through the period, with the heaviest showers likely in the afternoons.
Daytime temperatures are anticipated to rise above 30°C in several regions, including the coastal areas, northeastern Kenya, and the northwestern regi...
Alongside the rainfall, Kenya Met also issued a temperature advisory, warning of cooler temperatures in several regions.
In its November 19 to 23 outlook, the department noted that many regions, including areas around major urban centres such as Nairobi, would experience...
