Kenya Meteorological Department Stories

Heavy rains expected across the country this week, Met Department warns
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 22, 2025

According to Gikungu, rainfall is expected to intensify during the second half of the forecast period.

Weatherman predicts heavy rains, isolated storms in Nairobi and other parts of Kenya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 18, 2025

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...

Kenya to experience intense rainfall over the next week, weatherman warns
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 15, 2025

As the rains continue over the next seven days, the weatherman has urged citizens across the country to remain cautious of potential disruptions cause...

Kenyans bracing for wet weekend as weatherman issues rainfall warning
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 12, 2025

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 expected across parts of Kenya over the next five days
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 05, 2025

Rainfall is expected to continue into the night, although it will be less intense on Wednesday. Daytime temperatures are forecast to range between 31°...

April to bring heavy rainfall, warmer temperatures - weatherman
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 02, 2025

The weatherman also raised concerns about the potential increase in water and vector-borne diseases in areas receiving near-to-above-average rainfall.

Heavy rains to continue across Kenya in next five days, Met Department says
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 27, 2025

On Monday, the weather is likely to improve, with sunny intervals during the day and partly cloudy skies at night.

Met says Kenya to experience continued rainfall this week, occasional dry spells
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

In the coming week, parts of the northwestern and coastal regions will receive occasional rainfall, though this may not meet the official criteria for...

Brace for more heavy rains, cold nights, weatherman warns
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 22, 2025

The department has cautioned residents in Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Kiambu, Meru, Embu, Tharaka, and Nairobi to brace for cold...

Kenyans warned to brace for more rains as wet season sets in
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 18, 2025

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...

Most regions to experience brief dry spell before rains resume at the Weekend
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 13, 2025

The department has advised Kenyans to stay informed about the weather and take necessary precautions, especially in areas prone to heavy rainfall and...

Kamukunji among Nairobi areas to experience moderate rainfall - weatherman
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 11, 2025

The forecast indicates that estates in Kamukunji, including Eastleigh, Pumwani, parts of Gikomba, and Muthurwa, will receive over 35mm of rainfall.

Weatherman warns of week of heavy rainfall in several areas across Kenya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 08, 2025

The department also noted the likelihood of isolated storms in some of these areas, particularly over the weekend.

Meteorological department warns of rising temperatures and dry spells
Charles Adinda  |  Feb 11, 2025

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...

Weatherman warns of food, electricity price hikes due to varied rainfall distribution
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 31, 2025

The Kenya Meteorological Department warned of possible food and electricity price increases due to varied rainfall distribution across the country.

Weatherman warns of scorching heat this week as temperatures soar
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 21, 2025

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.

Weatherman says moderate rainfall expected in Nairobi metropolis as weather patterns shift
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 10, 2025

Kenyans have been encouraged to stay vigilant as the weather shifts over the coming days.

Dry January it is: Weatherman warns of heat stress, water scarcity in most of Kenya
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 01, 2025

Kenyans have been advised to stay informed to minimise potential impacts on health, agriculture, and water resources.

Nairobi to welcome New Year with light showers - Met department
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 28, 2024

In the forecast, the weatherman highlighted that the counties in the Highlands East of the Rift Valley such as Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga,...

Weatherman warns of high temperatures across Kenya this week
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 24, 2024

According to the forecast, regions including the Coast, North-Eastern Kenya, North-Western Kenya, parts of Western Kenya, and the South-Eastern Lowlan...

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