Kenya weather experts warned about heavy rain coming after months of hot, dry weather. They said last Saturday that rain would increase from March 9 through March 11, 2025. The head of Kenya weather services explained heavy rain might reach over 30 mm in just one day. He said it would spread to northwest Kenya by March 10 and become lighter after March 11.
The warning came after weeks of extreme heat all over Kenya. Many areas reached temperatures between 37°C and 40°C during February and early March. This heat led to water problems, hurt farm crops, and raised fire risks in counties like Turkana and Baringo. People living in Nairobi and central areas faced record heat during the daytime, requiring more water and power.
Weather reports show rain over 20mm daily will likely fall across many parts of Kenya. These areas include the Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley, highlands, Nairobi, and southeast lowlands. About thirty counties could see heavy rain, including Narok, Kericho, Bomet, Homabay, Siaya, Migori, Busia, Kisumu, Kisii, Nyamira, Nandi, Kakamega, Vihiga, and many others.
The rapid change from hot weather to heavy rain creates dangers for many people. Officials warn about flash floods, mudslides, and hard-to-see roads. They tell folks to watch for rising water and stay away from trees during storms. Lightning can strike through metal window frames, making those spots unsafe. Weather experts caution that rain could wash away soil, fill up drains, and harm roads or buildings. They ask everyone to take safety steps and listen for updates.
The warning came after weeks of extreme heat all over Kenya. Many areas reached temperatures between 37°C and 40°C during February and early March. This heat led to water problems, hurt farm crops, and raised fire risks in counties like Turkana and Baringo. People living in Nairobi and central areas faced record heat during the daytime, requiring more water and power.
Weather reports show rain over 20mm daily will likely fall across many parts of Kenya. These areas include the Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley, highlands, Nairobi, and southeast lowlands. About thirty counties could see heavy rain, including Narok, Kericho, Bomet, Homabay, Siaya, Migori, Busia, Kisumu, Kisii, Nyamira, Nandi, Kakamega, Vihiga, and many others.
The rapid change from hot weather to heavy rain creates dangers for many people. Officials warn about flash floods, mudslides, and hard-to-see roads. They tell folks to watch for rising water and stay away from trees during storms. Lightning can strike through metal window frames, making those spots unsafe. Weather experts caution that rain could wash away soil, fill up drains, and harm roads or buildings. They ask everyone to take safety steps and listen for updates.
