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February 5, 2026
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Above-average rains expected in key regions, weatherman warns of dry spells elsewhere

Above-average rains expected in key regions, weatherman warns of dry spells elsewhere

Several parts of the country are expected to receive near-average to above-average rainfall during the March–April–May (MAM) 2026 long-rains season, even as other regions face reduced rainfall and uneven distribution, the Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has said. - Keny..

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The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) forecasts above-average to near-average rainfall for several key regions in Kenya during the upcoming March–April–May (MAM) 2026 long-rains season, while other areas are expected to experience reduced rainfall and dry spells.

  • Regions like the Lake Victoria Basin, Highlands West and East of the Rift Valley (including Nairobi), and parts of north-western Kenya are anticipated to receive favourable rainfall.
  • The Southeastern Lowlands, Northeastern Kenya, and the Coast are projected to receive near-average to below-average rainfall, with the Coast being the driest region.
  • The KMD warns of potential poor rainfall distribution and intermittent dry spells across the country, despite occasional heavy rainfall events expected in some locations.

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