The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA) has listed 13 counties expected to experience extreme weather conditions over the next seven days, warning residents of scorching daytime temperatures, cold nights and heavy rainfall in different parts of the country.
In its seven-day weather forecast covering November 10 to 16, 2026, the authority said parts of nine counties would experience average daytime temperatures exceeding 35°C.
The affected counties include Garissa, Wajir, Tana River, Lamu, Kilifi, Isiolo, Marsabit, Samburu and Turkana.
In contrast, residents in parts of Meru, Nyeri, Nyandarua and Nakuru should prepare for cold nights, with average minimum temperatures expected to fall below 10°C.
Heavy Rainfall Expected in Several Regions
Beyond the temperature variations, KMSA warned of increased rainfall across eight regions, raising concerns over possible flooding and other weather-related disruptions.
The regions expected to receive rainfall include the Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley, Southeastern Lowlands, Coast, Northeastern and Northwestern Kenya.
The authority warned that some areas could receive heavy rainfall exceeding 20mm within 24 hours, while isolated locations are expected to record cumulative amounts exceeding 120mm during the seven-day forecast period.
“Some areas are likely to receive substantial rainfall, with isolated pockets recording cumulative amounts exceeding 120mm during the forecast period,” the authority stated.
Residents in areas expecting heavy downpours have been urged to take necessary precautions and remain alert to possible flooding.
Kenya Met Reveals Areas That Recorded Highest Temperatures
The latest forecast comes after the meteorological authority reviewed weather conditions recorded between November 2 and 8, 2026.
During the period, rainfall was recorded in several counties, including Bungoma, Makueni, Kitui, Homa Bay, Kakamega, Embu, Siaya and Nyamira.
Machakos County recorded the highest seven-day rainfall total of 83.5mm at Nzukini Secondary School Automatic Weather Station.
On temperatures, Lodwar Meteorological Station recorded the highest daily maximum of 37.7°C on November 4.
Nyahururu Meteorological Station, on the other hand, recorded the lowest minimum temperature of 9.6°C on November 7.
KMSA has advised Kenyans to keep checking official weather updates, take precautions against heavy rainfall and possible flooding, and prepare for high daytime temperatures and cold nights.
The authority has also encouraged residents to use its official communication platforms to access updated forecasts and weather advisories.
