Kenya Met forecasts rain in 40 counties, strong winds in three counties

The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecast rainfall across 40 counties, including Nairobi, Nakuru, Narok, Bomet and Kericho, raising the possibility of wet conditions in several parts of the country over the next 24 hours.

In its latest weather advisory, issued on Monday, November 9, the department said rainfall was expected from 9pm on Monday until 9pm on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. The forecast covers counties in the Coast, North Eastern, Eastern, Central, Rift Valley, Western, Nyanza and Nairobi regions.

Among the counties expected to experience rainfall are Kwale, Tana River, Taita Taveta, Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Marsabit, Isiolo, Meru, Embu, Kitui, Machakos and Makueni.

Others are Nyandarua, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang'a, Turkana, Samburu, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Nandi, Baringo, Laikipia, Nakuru, Narok, Kajiado, Kericho and Bomet.

The advisory also lists Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, Busia, Siaya, Kisumu, Homa Bay, Migori, Kisii, Nyamira and Nairobi among the areas likely to receive rainfall.

The department has also cautioned residents in parts of Marsabit, Samburu and Turkana over strong southerly to southeasterly winds expected to exceed 25 knots, equivalent to about 13 metres per second.

In Nairobi, the forecast indicates partly cloudy conditions during the night, with showers possible in a few areas. Tuesday morning is expected to be cloudy, with sunny intervals developing later in the day. Light showers and thunderstorms are also likely in a few places in the afternoon. The capital is expected to record a maximum temperature of 27°C and a minimum of 16°C.

In Nyamira, temperatures are forecast to range between 12°C and 24°C, while Kisii is expected to record a high of 26°C. Migori will be warmer, with temperatures reaching 29°C and showers expected during the day.

Residents in flood-prone areas have been advised to remain vigilant, while motorists and people undertaking outdoor activities are encouraged to take precautions.

The advisory comes amid concerns over the delayed onset of the October-November-December short rains. The department has previously attributed the delay partly to tropical storm activity over the northern Indian Ocean.