The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecast rainfall in several parts of the country during the seven-day period from October 20 to 26, 2026.
In its weekly forecast, the department said rain is expected across 43 counties, including Nairobi, Kiambu, Nakuru, Meru, Embu, Kisumu, Mombasa, Kilifi, Garissa, Mandera and Turkana.
Other counties expected to receive rainfall include Baringo, Bomet, Bungoma, Busia, Elgeyo Marakwet, Homa Bay, Kajiado, Kakamega, Kericho, Kirinyaga, Kisii, Kitui, Kwale, Laikipia, Lamu, Machakos, Makueni, Marsabit, Migori, Murang’a, Nandi, Narok, Nyamira, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Siaya, Taita Taveta, Tana River, Tharaka-Nithi, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Vihiga, Wajir and West Pokot.
The department also warned that isolated storms may occur in parts of Kitui, Makueni, Kajiado, Machakos, Laikipia, Samburu, Mandera, Wajir and Marsabit counties.
It cautioned that rainfall distribution may vary across the listed counties, meaning some areas could receive more rain than others during the forecast period.
Residents are advised to monitor official weather updates for changes in local conditions and take appropriate precautions where heavy rainfall or storms occur.
