Kenya Met Department Predicts Five Days Of Heavy Rain & Strong Winds In These Areas

The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a five-day weather advisory effective from Tuesday, December 16, to Saturday, December 20, urging residents to prepare for a period of heavy rainfall and high-velocity winds. According to the forecast, several counties—including Nairobi, Kisumu, Kiambu, Nakuru, Meru, and Isiolo—are expected to experience frequent showers and thunderstorms. In addition to the precipitation, the weatherman warned of strong southerly winds exceeding 25 knots (12.5 m/s) specifically affecting Turkana and Marsabit counties.

In the Central Highlands and surrounding areas, including Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Embu, and Tharaka Nithi, the week will likely begin with cloudy mornings and light rain. However, these conditions are expected to give way to more intense showers and thunderstorms during the afternoons and evenings. This region will see a significant temperature range, with highs of 29°C and lows dipping to a chilly 5°C. Similar wet conditions are forecast for the South Eastern lowlands of Kitui, Makueni, Machakos, Kajiado, and Taita Taveta, though these areas will be warmer, reaching up to 34°C.

The most persistent rainfall is expected across the Lake Victoria Basin, Western Kenya, and parts of the Rift Valley. Counties such as Siaya, Homa Bay, Migori, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Baringo, Kericho, and Kakamega are set for daylong and nighttime rain throughout the five-day period, with temperatures ranging between 8°C and 32°C. Meanwhile, the Coastal region—encompassing Mombasa, Kilifi, Lamu, and Kwale—will also face consistent showers, maintaining a humid environment with temperatures peaking at 34°C.

In the northern parts of the country, the weather remains varied. While Marsabit, Mandera, Wajir, and Garissa are expected to receive day and night showers, Turkana and Samburu will remain largely dry. These two counties are forecast to experience sunny days and cloudy nights, marking them as the hottest regions in Kenya this week with maximum temperatures reaching 37°C.