Kenya Met Forecasts Rainfall in 48 Counties, Warns of High Temperatures in Eight Regions

The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecast rainfall across 48 counties between November 3 and November 9, 2026, while warning residents in several parts of the country to prepare for high daytime temperatures and chilly nights.

In its weekly weather forecast, the department indicated that most parts of the country would experience varying rainfall patterns, including morning showers, afternoon thunderstorms and night-time rainfall.

Counties expected to receive rainfall include Baringo, Bomet, Bungoma, Busia, Elgeyo Marakwet, Embu, Garissa, Homa Bay, Isiolo, Kajiado, Kakamega, Kericho, Kiambu, Kilifi, Kirinyaga, Kisii, Kisumu, Kitui, Kwale, Laikipia, Lamu, Machakos, Makueni, Mandera, Marsabit, Meru, Migori, Mombasa, Murang’a, Nairobi, Nakuru, Nandi, Narok, Nyamira, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Samburu, Siaya, Taita Taveta, Tana River, Tharaka-Nithi, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Vihiga, Wajir and West Pokot.

Morning Rainfall Forecast

According to the weather department, morning showers are expected in parts of Kwale, Mombasa, Kilifi, Tana River and Lamu counties.

Morning rains are also likely in parts of Embu, Garissa, Isiolo, Kajiado, Kiambu, Kirinyaga, Kitui, Machakos, Makueni, Mandera, Marsabit, Meru, Murang’a, Nairobi, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi and Wajir.

Meanwhile, sunny intervals are expected during the morning hours in parts of Baringo, Bomet, Bungoma, Busia, Elgeyo Marakwet, Garissa, Homa Bay, Kakamega, Kericho, Kisii, Kisumu, Laikipia, Migori, Nakuru, Nandi, Narok, Nyamira, Samburu, Siaya, Taita Taveta, Trans Nzoia, Turkana, Uasin Gishu, Vihiga and West Pokot.

Afternoon Showers and Thunderstorms

The department has forecast afternoon showers and thunderstorms in parts of Baringo, Bomet, Bungoma, Busia, Elgeyo Marakwet, Homa Bay, Kakamega, Kericho, Kisii, Kisumu, Migori, Nakuru, Nandi, Narok, Nyamira, Samburu, Siaya, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Vihiga and West Pokot.

Afternoon showers are also expected in parts of Embu, Isiolo, Kajiado, Kiambu, Kirinyaga, Kitui, Laikipia, Machakos, Makueni, Mandera, Marsabit, Meru, Murang’a, Nairobi, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi and Wajir.

Turkana County is expected to experience sunny intervals during the afternoon.

Night-Time Rainfall Forecast

Night showers are likely in parts of Embu, Isiolo, Kiambu, Kirinyaga, Kitui, Machakos, Makueni, Meru, Murang’a, Nairobi, Nyandarua, Nyeri and Tharaka-Nithi.

Partly cloudy conditions are expected at night in parts of Baringo, Bomet, Bungoma, Busia, Elgeyo Marakwet, Garissa, Homa Bay, Kajiado, Kakamega, Kericho, Kilifi, Kisii, Kisumu, Kwale, Laikipia, Lamu, Mandera, Marsabit, Migori, Mombasa, Nakuru, Nandi, Narok, Nyamira, Samburu, Siaya, Taita Taveta, Tana River, Trans Nzoia, Turkana, Uasin Gishu, Vihiga, Wajir and West Pokot.

Kenya Met Warns of High Temperatures and Cold Nights

Apart from the rainfall forecast, the meteorological department has warned of high daytime temperatures in parts of eight counties.

Average maximum temperatures exceeding 35°C are expected in parts of Garissa, Wajir, Tana River, Isiolo, Kilifi, Marsabit, Samburu and Turkana counties.

Residents in these areas are likely to experience particularly hot conditions during the day.

On the other hand, average minimum temperatures below 10°C are expected in a few areas, particularly parts of Meru, Tharaka-Nithi, Nyeri, Nakuru and Kajiado counties.

The contrasting temperature patterns mean some regions will experience hot afternoons while highland areas and other selected locations will have considerably colder nights.

Residents have been encouraged to take note of the changing weather conditions and plan their daily activities accordingly.