The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a warning for heavy rains and potential flooding in 14 counties ahead of the new year. The rainfall is expected to start today and intensify until December 29. Residents are urged to prepare.
The Kenya Meteorological Department issued an official alert on December 26, 2025, regarding heavy rains expected across various parts of the country. The forecast indicates a 33 to 66 percent likelihood of such rainfall, which could lead to flooding.
More than 20mm of rain in 24 hours is anticipated today, December 27, in the southeastern lowlands. The intensity is projected to rise above 30mm per day, spreading to the highlands west and east of the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, and southern coastal areas on December 28 and 29.
Affected counties include Migori, Homa Bay, Kisii, Narok, Kajiado, Makueni, Machakos, Nairobi, Kericho, Bomet, southern parts of Kitui, Taita-Taveta, and Kwale. Rainfall is expected to subside starting December 30.
"Heavy rainfall of more than 20mm in 24 hours is expected in parts of the southeastern lowlands on 27th December 2025," the alert states. Other regions, such as Mombasa, Kilifi, and Lamu, will see light showers amid hot conditions, while northern counties like Marsabit and Wajir remain sunny. Strong southeasterly winds exceeding 25 knots are forecast for Marsabit.
Residents in the listed areas are advised to take precautionary measures against flooding and its impacts.