Kenya Weather: Above-Average Rainfall Expected in Most Counties in November 2026

Kenya is expected to experience above-average rainfall across most parts of the country in November 2026, according to the latest climate outlook.

The forecast indicates that several counties will receive rainfall exceeding their long-term averages, while parts of Turkana, Samburu, Marsabit, Baringo and West Pokot are expected to experience near-average to above-average rainfall.

Counties expected to receive above-average rainfall

The outlook identifies the following counties as likely to receive above-average rainfall:

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, Meru, Migori, Mombasa, Murang’a, Nairobi, Nakuru, Nandi, Narok, Nyamira, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Siaya, Taita Taveta, Tana River, Tharaka-Nithi, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu and Vihiga.

Above-average rainfall is also expected in Wajir and much of West Pokot, Samburu and Marsabit counties.

Parts of five counties to receive near-average to above-average rainfall

Parts of Turkana, Samburu, Marsabit, Baringo and West Pokot counties are forecast to receive near-average to above-average rainfall during the month.

November temperatures expected to be warmer

The temperature outlook indicates that mean temperatures across the entire country are expected to be warmer than average in November.