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The Kenya Meteorological Department has projected that rainfall will continue in several parts of the country, with some regions expected to experience heavy showers during the first half of the forecast period.
In its latest weather update, the department said the rains will affect the Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, parts of the Rift Valley, the Coast region, and sections of Northwestern Kenya.
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It further warned that some areas in the Highlands, the Lake Victoria Basin, and the Rift Valley may record intense rainfall episodes in the coming days.
However, the department noted that rainfall activity is expected to ease from May 15, 2026, as the long rains season gradually tapers off.
The ongoing wet conditions have already impacted various parts of the country in recent weeks, with concerns raised over flooding, reduced road visibility, and potential landslides in high-risk areas.
Kenyans have been urged to stay alert and take necessary precautions during the rainy period. The public has been advised not to attempt crossing flowing water due to the risk of drowning or being swept away.
Authorities also cautioned against taking shelter under trees or near metallic structures during thunderstorms, citing the danger of lightning strikes and strong winds.
Residents in flood-prone and landslide-prone areas have been encouraged to remain cautious as rains persist, while motorists have been advised to exercise care due to slippery roads and poor visibility.
Acting Director of the Kenya Meteorological Department, Edward Muriuki, said the rains are expected to continue into the first half of May in many regions before declining later in the month.
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He explained that the second half of May is likely to be drier than usual, marking the gradual end of the March–April–May long rains season across most parts of the country, including the Highlands East of the Rift Valley, the Southeastern Lowlands, and Northeastern Kenya.
Muriuki further noted that the long rains typically end in May due to the northward shift of the Intertropical Convergence Zone, which reduces moisture over Kenya and weakens rainfall systems, leading to drier conditions.
