Kenya’s Weekly Weather Forecast: January 7-13, 2025
The Kenya Meteorological Department has released its seven-day weather forecast, highlighting predominantly sunny and dry conditions across most parts of the country, with occasional light to moderate rainfall in select regions. The forecast covers the period from January 7 to January 13, 2025.
Regions Expecting Rainfall
- Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley
- Lake Victoria Basin
- South Rift Valley
- Coastal Region
- Southeastern Lowlands
Temperature Highlights
- Daytime Temperatures:
- Exceeding 30°C in the Coast, Northeastern, and Northwestern regions, as well as parts of the Highlands west of the Rift Valley.
- Nighttime Temperatures:
- Dropping below 10°C in the Highlands east of the Rift Valley, Central and South Rift Valley, and parts of the Southeastern lowlands.
Detailed Regional Forecasts
Lake Victoria Basin and South Rift Valley
- Morning: Sunny intervals.
- Afternoon: Occasional showers and thunderstorms anticipated, particularly on Thursday.
- Night: Partly cloudy with intermittent rain, especially around Narok and near Lake Victoria.
North Rift Valley (Turkana and Samburu Counties)
- Daytime: Predominantly sunny.
- Nighttime: Partly cloudy skies.
Highlands East of the Rift Valley (Including Nairobi)
- Morning: Sunny intervals.
- Afternoon: Occasional showers, particularly on Friday.
- Night: Partly cloudy.
Northeastern Kenya (Marsabit, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Isiolo Counties)
- Daytime: Sunny intervals.
- Nighttime: Partly cloudy.
Southeastern Lowlands (Machakos, Kitui, Makueni, Kajiado, Taita-Taveta Counties)
- Daytime: Mostly sunny, with light afternoon showers possible near the Tanzania border.
- Nighttime: Generally partly cloudy.
Coastal Region (Mombasa, Kilifi, Lamu, Kwale Counties)
- Daytime: Predominantly sunny, with occasional morning showers that may extend into the early afternoon.
- Nighttime: Partly cloudy skies.
Advisories for Residents
- Rain-affected Areas: Be cautious of potential impacts such as slippery roads and reduced visibility.
- Farmers: Adjust activities in anticipation of light to moderate rainfall.
Stay Updated
For further updates and detailed forecasts, visit the Kenya Meteorological Department’s official website and social media platforms. By staying informed, residents can better plan their activities and mitigate weather-related risks.
