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The Kenya Meteorological Department says Nairobi and other highland counties will see cloudy mornings and occasional showers over the next few days, with temperatures ranging between 6 °C and 30 °C, while the coast and Lake Victoria Basin face strong winds and thunderstorms.
Nairobi, Kenya — 2025-09-19 15:00 EAT. Residents in Nairobi and several counties should brace for cloudy mornings, intermittent showers and strong winds over the next four days, according to a new Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) forecast.
Dates: September 19–22, 2025
Areas Affected: Highlands east and west of the Rift Valley, Nairobi, Coast, Lake Victoria Basin, northern and north-eastern counties.
Conditions: Overcast mornings, sunshine breaks, showers in western and Lake Victoria regions, strong coastal winds.
Nairobi & Central Highlands: Cloudy mornings, sunny afternoons, night temperatures as low as 6°C, daytime highs around 30°C
Western Highlands & Lake Victoria Basin: Morning rains, afternoon thunderstorms, highs up to 31°C〕.
Turkana & Samburu: Mostly sunny, isolated showers expected Monday, highs of 36–37°C.
North-Eastern Counties (Marsabit, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Isiolo): Hot and dry, maximum 38°C, chance of scattered showers later in the week.
Coast (Mombasa, Kilifi, Lamu, Kwale): Strong southerly/southeasterly winds above 25 knots, partly cloudy nights, highs near 32°C〕.
Kenya Met Department: Urges residents in storm-prone regions to remain alert and follow county advisories
Motorists: Advised to be cautious on wet and slippery roads.
Farmers: Warned of possible disruptions during harvesting due to unexpected rainfall.
Transport: Wet roads may affect travel safety, particularly in western counties.
Agriculture: Short rains could delay harvesting and affect crop drying.
Public Safety: Strong coastal winds risk small-vessel navigation and shoreline activities.
Whether the showers will extend into the following week.
If northern counties will receive meaningful rainfall or remain predominantly dry.
Whether wind intensity along the coast could lead to maritime advisories.
Sept 19: Cloudy mornings, intermittent showers begin in Nairobi & Rift Valley.
Sept 20–21: Thunderstorms intensify in Lake Victoria Basin and western highlands.
Sept 22: Isolated showers possible in northern counties, strong coastal winds persist.
County-specific advisories for flood-prone areas.
Possible road safety alerts from transport authorities.
Any extension of the forecast period beyond September 22.
