- The Kenya Meteorological Department issued a forecast covering 29 counties, with rainfall expected through Thursday, October 15
- Strong southerly to southeasterly winds exceeding 25 knots were flagged over several northern and coastal counties
- Northern Kenya is set to record the highest temperatures while Nyandarua is expected to be the coldest county
The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has forecast rain across 29 counties through Thursday, October 15, while also warning of strong winds over parts of northern and coastal Kenya.
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The 24-hour forecast released Wednesday, October 14 by acting director Edward Muriuki, and covers the period from 9pm that evening to 9pm on Thursday.
Counties Expecting Rainfall
Counties in the central region set to receive rainfall include Lamu, Embu, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Kirinyaga and Murang'a, alongside Mandera and Marsabit in the north. The Rift Valley region is also in line for rain, with West Pokot, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi, Baringo, Laikipia, Nakuru, Narok, Kericho and Bomet all named in the outlook.
Western and Nyanza counties, Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, Busia, Siaya, Kisumu, Homa Bay, Migori, Kisii and Nyamira, round out the list. Nairobi does not feature among the counties earmarked for rain.
In its county-by-county breakdown, the department indicated that light showers are likely over a few places in Mandera, Marsabit and Embu overnight.
Both Mandera and Marsabit are also expected to see morning rains with sunny intervals, while Lamu is forecast to receive light showers in the morning. Nyandarua residents should brace for light showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
Temperature Extremes and Wind Warning
The department cautioned that strong southerly to southeasterly winds of above 25 knots (12.5 metres per second) are anticipated over parts of Turkana, Samburu, Marsabit, Garissa, Lamu and Tana River counties.
On the temperature front, northern and north-eastern Kenya will be the warmest areas. Garissa is forecast to peak at 35°C, Wajir at 34°C and Tana River at 33°C.
Along the coast, Kilifi is expected to reach a high of 31°C, while Mombasa and Kwale will sit at 30°C, with the Coast generally remaining partly cloudy overnight before giving way to sunny spells during the day.
Nyandarua will be the coldest county, with overnight temperatures dropping to 9°C and daytime highs reaching only 21°C.
Meru is expected to range between 16°C and 25°C, Machakos between 14°C and 25°C, and Embu between 17°C and 26°C.
Source: TUKO.co.ke