Kenya is set to experience another wave of rainfall beginning Sunday, with showers expected to intensify on Monday and gradually spread across most parts of the country. The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued an alert, advising Kenyans to stay updated and take necessary precautions, particularly in areas prone to heavy rainfall and temperature fluctuations.
In a forecast released on Saturday, the department indicated that light to moderate rainfall would start affecting several regions, including the Highlands West and East of the Rift Valley, Nairobi, the Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, and the South-Eastern Lowlands. Some areas may experience isolated heavy rainfall during this period.
“Starting Sunday, expect light to moderate rainfall over several parts of the country, especially in the Highlands West of the Rift Valley, the Highlands East of the Rift Valley, including Nairobi, the Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, and the South-Eastern Lowlands,” the weatherman stated.
Nairobi and several other regions had experienced significant rainfall last week from Sunday evening until Tuesday. The upcoming showers will be a welcome relief for many areas that have been grappling with dry conditions and excessive dust.
The department also issued a weekly forecast for March 11 to 17, indicating that rainfall intensity might reduce midway through the period before increasing again towards the end of the week. Additionally, temperatures are expected to remain high, surpassing 30°C in several parts of the country.
Director of Meteorological Services, David Gikungu, urged farmers to prepare for the rains by consulting agricultural extension officers for guidance. The March 2025 monthly weather outlook, released on February 28, had predicted near to above-average rainfall in some regions, while others would experience below-average precipitation.
The anticipated rainfall is attributed to the influence of the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO), a global weather pattern characterized by moving clusters of clouds, storms, and rainfall along the equator every 30 to 60 days. When the MJO is active in a region, it typically enhances rainfall and storm activity.
As the rains set in, Kenyans are advised to remain vigilant, especially in flood-prone areas, and stay informed through official updates from the Kenya Meteorological Department.
