Wet weekend ahead as heavy rains sweep across counties
Heavy rainfall to intensify from tomorrow through Feb 24 across several counties, including Migori, Makueni, Nairobi and Mombasa, raising risk of flooding, Kenya MET warns...
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The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a warning for heavy rainfall across various regions of Kenya, expected to begin on February 21, with intensified downpours from February 22-24, 2026. This adverse weather is anticipated to cause significant disruption, particularly in areas prone to flooding.
- The heavy rainfall is projected to intensify to more than 30mm in 24 hours on February 22nd, 23rd, and 24th, 2026.
- Kenya Metrological Department is the primary organization involved, warning residents to avoid driving or walking in moving water.
- Counties expected to be most affected include Nairobi, Migori, Nyamira, and the Coastal regions such as Mombasa and Kwale.
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Kenya Meteorological Department Issues Heavy Rainfall Advisory for Multiple Counties - February 2026
The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued warnings for heavy rainfall across various regions of Kenya. The advisory forecasts intensified rain from Saturday afternoon to Tuesday evening, affecting areas including the Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley, Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, and Nairobi. The alert, which also covers Kiambu and 20 other counties, warns of moderate to heavy rainfall, isolated storms, and potential flooding in prone areas. In response to the weather, MOJA Expressway Company issued a cautionary advisory to motorists using the Nairobi Expressway, outlining safety measures to prevent accidents during the rainy season.
