Kenya Met Lists 5 Regions Set to Receive Rainfall This Week

The Kenya Meteorological Department has released its weekly outlook for January 13th to 19th, 2026, warning of a significant temperature divide across the country.

According to the message from the department, most regions are set to remain predominantly sunny and dry and therefore, Kenyans should prepare for high daytime heat and biting cold at night.

“Mainly sunny and dry conditions are expected over several parts of the country. However, occasional rainfall may occur over a few areas, particularly the Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, the Coastal region, and the South-eastern lowlands,” Kenya MET said.

Hot Days and Limited Rain

According to the forecast, daytime maximum temperatures are expected to soar above 30°C in several regions.

Residents in the Coast, North-eastern, and North-western Kenya—as well as parts of the South-eastern lowlands, the Rift Valley, and Western Kenya—should brace for particularly hot conditions.

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Cold Nights Ahead

In sharp contrast to the scorching days, nighttime temperatures are expected to plunge.

Minimums below 10°C are forecast for parts of the Central Highlands, the North and Central Rift Valley, and Western Kenya.

Areas in the vicinity of Mt. Kilimanjaro are also expected to experience these chilly conditions.

“Night-time (minimum) temperatures below 10°C are expected in parts of the Central Highlands, the North and Central Rift Valley, Western Kenya, and areas near Mt. Kilimanjaro,” Kenya MET stated.

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The public is urged to remain vigilant for sudden weather shifts. “Staying informed is the first step toward being climate-smart,” the department stated, emphasizing that localized fluctuations can occur rapidly even during dry spells.

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