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February 24, 2026
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Met department confirms onset of long rains

Met department confirms onset of long rains

Kenya has entered the March-April-May (MAM) long rains season, with rainfall already being recorded in several parts of the country, the Meteorological Department has said...

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Kenya's Met Department has officially confirmed the onset of the March-April-May (MAM) long rains season, with rainfall already recorded in several regions.

  • The onset was detected in mid-February for western, central, and highland areas, including Nairobi.
  • Farmers are advised by the Meteorological Department to consult Agricultural Extension Officers for planting decisions.
  • Favorable atmospheric conditions, including the Madden-Julian Oscillation, contributed to the early rains, though shifts are anticipated from mid-March.

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