Prepare for Morning and Afternoon Rains on Friday, October 30, If You Live in These Areas – KMD

Kenyans in 46 counties have been advised to prepare for possible rainfall on Friday, October 30, following a weather forecast released by the Kenya Meteorological Department.

The forecast, published on Thursday, October 29, indicates that different parts of the country could experience light showers, moderate rainfall and thunderstorms over the 24-hour period ending at 9pm on Friday.

The areas covered include Nairobi, the Coast, Eastern Kenya, the Central Highlands, the Rift Valley, Western Kenya and parts of northern Kenya.

Among the counties expected to experience rainfall are Mombasa, Kwale, Lamu, Tana River, Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Marsabit, Isiolo, Meru, Embu, Kitui, Machakos, Nyeri, Murang’a, Kiambu, Nakuru, Narok, Kajiado, Kakamega, Kisumu, Kisii, Bungoma, Turkana and Nairobi.

The department has separately highlighted the possibility of strong winds in parts of Turkana and Marsabit. Southerly to southeasterly winds are expected to exceed 25 knots, equivalent to approximately 46 kilometres per hour.

Nairobi is forecast to experience light showers and thunderstorms at night, with light rain possible in the morning. Showers and thunderstorms could return to a few places during the afternoon. Temperatures in the capital are expected to range between 17°C and 28°C.

Along the Coast, Mombasa is expected to record a high of 31°C and a low of 25°C, while Kwale could experience temperatures of between 24°C and 30°C. Both counties are forecast to have sunny intervals during the morning, with a chance of light afternoon showers in a few areas.

Lamu could record temperatures of 26°C to 32°C, with light showers possible at night and in the afternoon. Tana River is expected to experience warmer conditions, with temperatures reaching 33°C and light showers possible in isolated locations.

In the Central Highlands, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang’a and Kiambu are likely to experience light showers at night and in the afternoon. Nyandarua could receive more intense rainfall, including light to moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms.

Kitui, Machakos and Makueni are also expected to receive rain. Kitui could experience moderate showers at night before conditions ease to lighter rainfall in the morning and afternoon.

In the Rift Valley, Nakuru, Narok and Kajiado are forecast to experience showers and thunderstorms at night. Narok could receive moderate showers and thunderstorms later in the day.

Western counties, including Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, Busia, Siaya and Kisumu, are expected to experience showers and thunderstorms, particularly at night and in the afternoon. Similar conditions are forecast in Trans-Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Nandi and Elgeyo-Marakwet.

Despite the expected rainfall, high temperatures are forecast in some northern areas. Lodwar in Turkana is expected to record a maximum of 37°C and a minimum of 24°C, with sunny intervals likely during parts of the day.

Rainfall measurements accompanying the forecast showed that Lamu recorded approximately 34mm, while Iranda received about 31mm. Ngong and Kisii each recorded around 22mm, while Nyahururu registered approximately 17mm.

The forecast covers the period from 9pm on Thursday, October 29, to 9pm on Friday, October 30, 2026.

Kenyans in areas forecast to experience thunderstorms and strong winds should remain alert to changing weather conditions and follow any relevant safety guidance.

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