The forecast covers a 24-hour period, from 9pm on Tuesday, November 10, to 9pm on Wednesday. It warns that rain may occur at different times, including overnight, in the morning and during the afternoon.
Counties listed include Nairobi, Kiambu, Nakuru, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Uasin Gishu, Trans Nzoia, Nandi, Baringo, Laikipia, Samburu, Turkana and West Pokot.
Other areas expected to receive rain are Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, Busia, Siaya, Kisumu, Homa Bay, Migori, Kisii, Nyamira, Kericho, Bomet and Narok. Machakos, Makueni, Kitui, Embu, Meru, Isiolo, Tharaka-Nithi, Tana River, Taita Taveta, Garissa, Wajir, Mandera and Marsabit are also included.
Some counties may experience heavier rainfall than others. Trans Nzoia is expected to have heavy showers and thunderstorms in several areas during the afternoon. Moderate showers and thunderstorms are forecast in parts of Garissa and Wajir overnight. Wajir may also receive rain in many areas on Wednesday morning, while Turkana is expected to have moderate rainfall during the morning.
The forecast also points to high daytime temperatures in some parts of the country. Turkana is expected to reach 37°C, while Garissa, Wajir and Mandera could record 36°C. Tana River may reach 35°C, with Taita Taveta at 34°C. Mombasa and Kilifi are expected to record 32°C.
Nairobi is forecast to experience temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C. Nyandarua may be cooler, with temperatures between 11°C and 19°C.
Strong southerly to southeasterly winds exceeding 25 knots are also expected in parts of Marsabit, Samburu and Turkana. Residents in affected areas are advised to remain alert to changing weather conditions and take care during periods of heavy rain and strong winds.
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