Kenya’s Meteorological Department Predicts Continued Rainfall Until Tuesday
Kenya is experiencing ongoing rainfall expected to continue until Tuesday, with heavy rainfall particularly in regions like Nairobi and central Kenya. The occurrence of the long rains season from March to May has begun, critical for the country’s agriculture and water resources.
Kenya’s meteorological agency forecasts continued rainfall across several regions until Tuesday. Areas anticipated to experience isolated heavy rainfall include Embu, Tharaka, Kirinyanga, and parts of Uasin Gishu. Notably, the capital Nairobi will likely see significant rainfall in the Dagoretti North and Westlands areas.
On Sunday, the Met Department had already issued warnings for rainfall in Western Kenya, the Rift Valley, the Central Highlands (including Nairobi), the Lake Victoria Basin, parts of the South-Eastern Lowlands, the Coast, and both North-Eastern and North-Western regions. The advisory indicated a likelihood of isolated storms and heavy rainfall in specific locales.
This weather pattern marks the onset of the “long rains” season in Kenya, a critical rainfall period that typically runs from March to May. These rains are essential for agriculture and overall environmental health, providing much-needed water resources for various sectors.
The ongoing rainfall in Kenya is expected to last until Tuesday, affecting various regions including central Kenya and Nairobi. This weather event signals the start of the long rains season, which can significantly influence agriculture and ecological conditions in the country.
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