Kenya Met Department Warns of Cloudy Mornings, Showers in Nairobi and Rift Valley

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.

The Latest

• 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.

Forecast Details

• 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〕.

Voices & Stakeholders

• 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.

Risks & Implications

• 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.

What We Don’t Know

• 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.

Timeline

• 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.

What to Watch

• County-specific advisories for flood-prone areas.

• Possible road safety alerts from transport authorities.

• Any extension of the forecast period beyond September 22.