The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned residents across several counties to prepare for moderate to heavy rainfall beginning Tuesday, October 21, through Monday next week, as parts of the country brace for shifting weather patterns.
In its weekly advisory, the agency indicated that significant rainfall is expected over the Central Highlands, Lake Victoria Basin, Western Kenya, the South-Eastern Lowlands and segments of the Rift Valley.
Counties in the Central Highlands forecast to receive rainfall include Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Kiambu, Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi and Nairobi.
Similar rainy conditions are expected around the Lake Victoria Basin and Rift Valley regions, particularly in Siaya, Kisumu, Homa Bay, Migori, Kisii, Nyamira, Trans Nzoia, Baringo, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet and Nandi.
Other counties likely to experience heavy rainfall include Nakuru, Narok, Kericho, Bomet, Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, Busia and West Pokot.
In the South-Eastern Lowlands, Kitui, Makueni, Machakos, Kajiado and Taita Taveta counties, along with inland parts of Tana River, have been placed on alert for possible flooding.
“Isolated heavy rainfall events may occur over some parts of these regions. Residents are advised to remain alert and take necessary precautions,” Kenya Met cautioned.
The department further warned that daytime temperatures in the Coastal, North-Eastern and North-Western regions are projected to soar above 30°C within the same week. The affected counties include Mombasa, Kwale, Kilifi, Kitui, Machakos, Makueni, Tana River, Garissa, Isiolo and Mandera.
Meanwhile, night-time temperatures in the Central Highlands, Central Rift Valley, and areas near Mt. Kilimanjaro are expected to drop below 10°C, raising concerns for cold-related health risks.
The advisory comes as some parts of the country continue to experience hot and dry conditions, particularly in sections of the Rift Valley, Central Highlands and South-Eastern Lowlands.
Residents have been urged to remain cautious and stay updated with subsequent alerts.
