The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has forecasted continued rainfall in several regions of Kenya from March 24–30, 2026. According to the Kenya Met, the rainfall amounts are expected to decrease as the week progresses.
“Rainfall is expected to continue over several parts of the country, though amounts are likely to reduce as the week progresses,” Kenya Met said in part of its statement.
Kenya Met said daytime temperatures are expected to exceed 30°C in the Coast, South-eastern Lowlands, North-eastern, and North-western regions of Kenya.
Further, cool nights below 10°C are likely in parts of the Central Highlands and areas surrounding Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Kenya Met Issues Regional Rainfall Breakdown
According to the weatherman, areas set to experience rainfall this week are as follows;
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- Western Kenya & Lake Victoria Basin (Kisumu, Kakamega, Bungoma, Busia, Migori, Homa Bay, Kisii, Nyamira): These areas are expected to receive the heaviest rainfall, with totals of over 100 mm in most areas, and some pockets possibly exceeding 150–200 mm due to the ongoing long rains.
- Rift Valley & Central Highlands (Nakuru, Kericho, Bomet, Nyandarua, Murang’a, Nyeri, Narok, Laikipia): Moderate to high rainfall ranging between 50–100+ mm is forecast, with higher elevations near the Aberdares and Mt. Kenya likely to experience heavier totals.
- Nairobi & Surroundings / Highlands East of Rift (Nairobi, Kiambu, Machakos, parts of Kajiado): Rainfall is expected in the 20–70 mm range, with chances of localised heavier showers.
- South-Eastern Lowlands (Kitui, Makueni, parts of Taita Taveta): Light rainfall of 10–50 mm is expected, decreasing toward drier zones.
- Coastal Region (Mombasa, Kilifi, Kwale, Lamu, Tana River): Generally light to moderate showers between 10–50 mm, with some areas closer to 50–80 mm.
- North-Eastern & Northern Kenya (Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Isiolo, Marsabit, Turkana): Mostly dry, with only isolated light showers under 20 mm.
- North-Western (parts of Turkana, West Pokot): Variable rainfall, generally low to moderate below 50 mm.
Western Kenya Floods: Over 900 Students Evacuated as Rivers Overflow
In the latest update on March 24, the Kenya Red Cross reported sustained rainfall across Western Kenya had caused critical flooding, with peak levels between 23rd and 24th March.
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“Sustained rainfall continues across West Kenya, with peak expected between 23rd and 24th March. Rivers are full and rising, with River Nyando already overflowing, keeping the situation critical,” the statement read.
Further, the organisation noted that River Nyando has already overflowed, heightening the risk to communities in low-lying areas.
The Red Cross confirmed that the floods had resulted in school closures, flooded and impassable roads, disrupted businesses, and a high risk of displacement for residents.
Additionally, they said they had rescued two families and evacuated over 200 people, along with more than 200 livestock, to safer locations, as the evacuation of over 900 students from Ahero Girls National School is currently underway.
