Parts of Kenya Set for Afternoon and Night Rains in New Five Day Weather Outlook

The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecast a shift in weather patterns, with several parts of the country expected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall over the next five days, from April 3 to April 7, 2026.

In an advisory issued on Friday, April 3, the department said the rains would affect regions that have recently experienced sunny and dry conditions, offering relief to some areas while raising concerns in others.

According to the forecast, parts  of Western, Nyanza, Central Kenya and the Rift Valley are likely to experience moderate to heavy rainfall during the period.

In Western, Nyanza and the Rift Valley regions, light rains are expected in counties including Siaya, Kisumu, Homa Bay, Migori, Kisii, Nyamira and Trans Nzoia.

Other counties in these regions that may also experience rainfall include Baringo, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi, Nakuru, Narok, Kericho, Bomet, Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, Busia and West Pokot.

The department noted that in most of these areas, mornings are likely to remain sunny, followed by cloudy intervals, with rainfall expected mainly in the afternoon and extending into the night.

A similar weather pattern is forecast for Central Kenya, covering counties such as Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Kiambu, Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi and Nairobi.

Residents in these areas are advised to expect a mix of sunshine and cloud cover during the day before the onset of afternoon and evening rains.

The advisory further indicated that the South Eastern Lowlands will experience a delayed onset of rainfall.

Counties in this region, including Kitui, Makueni, Machakos, Kajiado and Taita Taveta, as well as inland parts of Tana River County, are likely to receive rains towards the end of the forecast period.

The anticipated rainfall marks a notable change from the prevailing dry spell that has been experienced in many parts of the country in recent days.

While the rains are expected to benefit agriculture and water resources, they may also disrupt normal activities, particularly in areas prone to flooding or poor drainage.