Kenyans have been advised to brace for continued rainfall across various parts of the country this week, according to the latest weather forecast released by the Kenya Meteorological Department. In its weekly weather outlook for April 22 to 28, the department has also warned of isolated incidents of heavy rainfall in specific regions.
“Heavy rainfall events are expected over some parts of the Central Highlands (including Nairobi), Western Kenya, Lake Victoria Basin, Southeastern Lowlands, Central and South Rift Valley, and North-eastern Kenya,” read the statement.
The department has emphasized the need for caution, particularly in areas prone to flooding and landslides, as the heavy rains are likely to disrupt normal activities, especially during afternoon, evening, and early morning hours.
Additionally, the weatherman has highlighted significant temperature variations across the country. Daytime temperatures are forecasted to remain high in some regions, with maximum averages exceeding 30°C expected in the Coastal strip, North-eastern and North-western Kenya, and isolated parts of Western Kenya.
Conversely, cooler nights are predicted in the Central Highlands, parts of the Central Rift Valley, and around Mt. Kilimanjaro, where minimum temperatures are likely to drop below 10°C.
The department’s weather review for April 14 to 20 shows widespread rainfall across many regions. Notably, heavy downpours exceeding 50mm in 24 hours were reported in Makueni, Machakos, Murang’a, Embu, Meru, Isiolo, Kericho, Homa Bay, Nyandarua, Bungoma, Nairobi, and Migori.
The trend follows increased rainfall recorded between April 7 and 13, particularly over the Highlands East of the Rift Valley, South-eastern lowlands, and the North-eastern and North-western regions.
On April 18, the department issued an alert for parts of Nairobi Metropolis, cautioning residents of the possibility of very heavy rainfall exceeding 50mm within a 24-hour period.
The Kenya Meteorological Department continues to urge the public to remain vigilant and stay updated with official forecasts. “Stay weather-aware,” the department stated, encouraging citizens to take necessary precautions, especially those in flood-prone areas.
