Update: Heavy rains to continue but ease in 13 Kenyan counties on Dec 29-30

Following initial warnings of heavy rains from December 27-29, the Kenya Meteorological Department forecasts moderate to heavy rainfall persisting today (December 29) and tomorrow (December 30, 2025) in 13 counties, including Nairobi. Intensity is expected to decrease tomorrow, Deputy Director Kennedy Thiong’o said.

This update builds on the December 27 alert for over 20mm rains in southeastern areas, spreading to 13 counties. Affected areas: Migori, Homa Bay, Kisii, Narok, Kajiado, Makueni, Machakos, Nairobi, Kericho, Bomet, southern Kitui, Taita Taveta, and Kwale.

"Tomorrow's rain will be heavy but will decrease as the day progresses," Thiong’o stated. The department will monitor for dangers and provide advisories. Emergency agencies remain on alert after recent drought.

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