Weather Alert: Kenya Met warns of night temperatures below 10°C in 10 counties
By Valerian Khakayi, July 28, 2026The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned that night-time temperatures will fall below 10°C in parts of 10 counties over the coming days, as the country experiences varying weather conditions ranging from cold nights and rainfall to hot daytime temperatures and strong winds.
In its Maximum Temperature Outlook for July 28 – August 3, 2026, Kenya Met said night-time (minimum) average temperatures of less than 10°C are expected in parts of Meru, Tharaka Nithi, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Nyeri, Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nakuru, Kajiado and Taita Taveta counties.
Residents in the affected areas should prepare for chilly nights by dressing warmly, especially children, older adults and people with underlying health conditions who may be more vulnerable to cold weather.
While some parts of the country brace for cold nights, Kenya Met said several counties will continue experiencing high daytime temperatures.
According to the forecast, daytime (maximum) average temperatures of more than 30°C are expected in much of Kilifi, Tana River, Lamu, Garissa, Wajir, Isiolo, Marsabit, Samburu and Turkana counties during the forecast period.
Residents in these areas have been encouraged to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight during the hottest hours of the day and take necessary precautions against heat-related illnesses.
Rainfall expected in several counties
Additionally, Kenya Met also forecast rainfall in parts of Uasin Gishu, Bungoma, Nakuru, Kericho, Kakamega, Trans Nzoia, Vihiga, Bomet, Nandi, Meru, Elgeyo-Marakwet, West Pokot, Mombasa, Kwale, Lamu, Nyamira, Embu, Murang’a and Nyandarua counties.
The department noted that rainfall intensity may vary from one region to another, with some areas experiencing occasional showers while others could receive moderate rainfall.
Cool and cloudy conditions
Intermittent cool and cloudy conditions are also expected in parts of Embu, Kiambu, Kirinyaga, Laikipia, Meru, Murang’a, Nairobi, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Tharaka Nithi, Kitui, Makueni and Kajiado counties.
The cloudy weather is expected to keep daytime temperatures relatively low in these regions, particularly in the central highlands and parts of the southeastern lowlands.
Strong winds forecast
The weatherman has further warned of strong southerly to southeasterly winds exceeding 25 knots (12.5 metres per second) over parts of Marsabit, Isiolo, Garissa, Mandera, Wajir, Tana River, Mombasa, Kwale, Kilifi, Lamu and Kitui counties.