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🌧️ April 2026 Climate Outlook Now Available! The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority has released the April 2026 Climate Outlook — highlighting expected rainfall and temperature patterns during the peak month of the March-April-May (MAM) 2026 Long Rains season. Rainfall Outlook for April 2026: •Near-average rainfall is likely over the Highlands East & West of the Rift Valley, Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley, and parts of North-western Kenya. •Above-average rainfall expected over parts of North-eastern Kenya (especially northern Marsabit, Wajir, and Mandera). •Near- to below-average rainfall in most of the South-Eastern Lowlands, isolated areas in the Highlands East of the Rift Valley, and parts of North-western & North-eastern Kenya. •Below-average rainfall anticipated over the Coastal region. Rainfall is expected to be slightly depressed in the first half of the month but enhanced towards the end, with occasional afternoon and evening storms likely across the country. Temperature Outlook: •Warmer-than-average temperatures over the Coast, North-eastern, and North-western regions. •Near- to below-average temperatures in the Highlands, Lake Victoria Basin, and Rift Valley. Key Advisories: •Farmers in high-potential areas should prepare for possible waterlogging and strengthen drainage systems. •Communities in flood-prone zones are urged to clear drainage channels and exercise caution near rivers and low-lying areas. •In ASAL regions (South-Eastern Lowlands and Coast), continue water harvesting and efficient moisture management. •Monitor for risks of flash floods, soil erosion, and landslides during heavy rainfall events. 📥 Download the full April 2026 Climate Outlook PDF:
meteo.go.ke/documents/3140… Stay informed through our regular updates on daily, weekly, and seasonal climate patterns. #April2026ClimateOutlook #LongRains2026 #KenyaClimate #MAM2026 #MeteoKenya #KMSA

🌧️Rainfall is expected to continue in some parts of Highlands East & West of the Rift Valley, the Coastal and the North Eastern regions

🌦️ Weekly Weather Forecast | 7th – 13th April 2026 🇰🇪 Issued by the Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) 🌧️ Rainfall Outlook Rainfall is expected to continue in several parts of the country, particularly in: • Central Highlands • South Rift Valley • South-eastern Lowlands • Coastal region • Western Kenya • North-eastern Kenya 🌡️ Temperature Outlook 🔹 Daytime temperatures above 30°C expected in the Coast, South-eastern Lowlands, North-eastern and North-western Kenya. 🔹 Cool nights (<10°C) likely in parts of the Central Highlands, Central Rift Valley, and near Mt. Kilimanjaro. Get full document via: meteo.go.ke/our-products/7… 📍 County-level weather will vary! 👉 Check your county forecast here: meteo.go.ke/our-products/c… 💬 Is it raining in your area or sunny? Tell us your county below 👇 👀 Stay updated through official KMD platforms: 📥 7-Day Forecast & Maps: meteo.go.ke/our-products/7… 📥 County Forecasts: meteo.go.ke/our-products/c… 📲 WhatsApp Channel: whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va… 🌦️ FASTA-Ken App: tinyurl.com/FASTAweather 🌍 Website: meteo.go.ke #KenyaWeather #WeeklyForecast #RainfallUpdate #KMD #StayInformed 🌦️🇰🇪

Rising temperatures and shifting rain patterns affect where and when health risks emerge, how severe they become and who is most exposed. Critical that we are able to predict, prepare for and reduce these risks. More on our #StateOfClimate: bit.ly/StateOfClimate… #WorldHealthDay

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Daily Weather Update: 6th – 7th April 2026 ☀️Sunny intervals are expected over most parts of the country. However, 🌧Rainfall is expected over few places of the Highlands West & East of the Rift Valley, some parts of North - Eastern/Western and coastal regions. 📖Read the full Daily Weather Report including the major cities and towns forecast breakdown on: meteo.go.ke/our-products/d… 👀 Stay updated on the latest weather information through our official platforms ⬇️ 📥 Weekly Forecast: meteo.go.ke/our-products/7… 📥 County Forecasts: meteo.go.ke/our-products/c… 📲 WhatsApp Channel: whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va… 🌦️ FASTA-Ken: tinyurl.com/FASTAweather 🌍 Website: meteo.go.ke ✅ Stay informed. Stay prepared. #WeatherReady #ClimateSmart Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA)

7-Day Marine Forecast for the Kenya Coast and Offshore Areas Sea conditions Slight to moderate sea condition with wave heights of 0.2-2.25m (0.6-6.75ft) expected over the Somalia, Kenya and Tanzania waters throughout the forecast period. Light breeze to fresh breeze with wind speeds of 01–10m/s (02 to 20 Knots) expected Somalia, Kenya, and Tanzania waters throughout the forecast period. 7 – 17 knots, small boats are likely to be filled with water sprays and become unstable. Caution in carrying out marine activities 🔗 Read the full marine forecast: meteo.go.ke/our-products/7… 👀 Stay updated through official KMD platforms: 📥 7-Day Forecast & Maps: meteo.go.ke/our-products/7… 📥 County Forecasts: meteo.go.ke/our-products/c… 📲 WhatsApp Channel: whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va… 🌦️ FASTA-Ken App: tinyurl.com/FASTAweather 🌍 Website: meteo.go.ke

🍃Strong southeasterly winds of above 25knots (12.5m/s) expected over Turkana and Marsabit counties.

The April 2026 Climate Outlook is now available, outlining rainfall and temperature patterns during the peak of the MAM long rains season. Most regions will receive near-average rainfall, with above-average levels expected in parts of North-eastern Kenya.

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🌧️ Review of March 2026 Rainfall and Temperature Performance The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority has released the April 2026 Climate Outlook, which includes a detailed review of the just-concluded March 2026 — the onset month of the March-April-May (MAM) 2026 Long Rains season. Rainfall Review for March 2026: Rainfall was recorded over most parts of the country. The Highlands West of the Rift Valley, Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley, Nairobi, and parts of the South-eastern lowlands started receiving rains from the second week of February, while the rest of the country experienced onset in the second and third weeks of March. Overall, above-normal rainfall was received in most areas compared to the Long-Term Mean (LTM), except in Mandera and Voi where near-normal rainfall was recorded. Notable high rainfall amounts included: • Kitaingo (Makueni County): 587.6 mm • Kasikeu (Makueni County): 537.9 mm • Kabete: 529.1 mm • Kisii: 496.9 mm The month was marked by severe storms with heavy downpours exceeding 100 mm in 24 hours in many stations, including 160 mm recorded at Wilson Airport (Nairobi) on 6th March. Temperature Review for March 2026: • Maximum (daytime) temperatures were cooler than average across the entire country, with large negative anomalies in the Highlands West of the Rift Valley, Lake Victoria Basin, South-eastern Lowlands, North-eastern, and North-western regions. • Minimum (night-time) temperatures were warmer than average over most stations, though some highland areas (e.g., Nyahururu and Laikipia Air Base) occasionally recorded lows below 10°C. • Mean temperatures were generally cooler than average in several parts, with the highest negative anomaly of -1.2°C recorded in Kisumu. These conditions set the stage for the peak rainfall expected in April. 📥 Download the full document (April 2026 Outlook with March Review): meteo.go.ke/documents/3140… Stay updated with our daily, weekly, and monthly climate products. #March2026Review #LongRains2026 #KenyaClimate #MAM2026 #MeteoKenya #KMSA

An expansive dust storm has swept across the Sahara. Forming a front of ~2,000 km long, the storm travelled from the south of Algeria all the way to the Canary Islands, disrupting transport routes and affecting air quality across West and North Africa.

Today, I joined fellow Principal Secretaries for the third monthly meeting of PSs chaired by Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Mr. @koske_felix, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre. The meeting provided a valuable platform for stock-taking on government programmes and strengthening inter-agency coordination as guided by the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA). Preparations are in top gear as Kenya gets ready to host the global observance of Desertification and Drought Day in partnership with the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification under the theme “Rangelands: Recognize. Respect. Restore.” At the same time, preparations are also underway for the 11th Our #OceanConference to be held in Mombasa County and Kilifi County, focusing on advancing a sustainable blue economy, strengthening marine protection, and addressing climate change under the theme “Our Ocean, Our Heritage, Our Future.” The engagement further strengthened collaboration across sectors to ensure that environmental sustainability remains central to Kenya’s development pathway under BETA. #DeliveringThePlan #ServiceDelivery #ClimateAction

In its latest State of the Global Climate report, @WMO shows that 2015–2025 were the hottest 11 years on record, with heat stress affecting people of all ages on every continent. Workers are especially vulnerable: around one-third of the global workforce (1.2 billion people) is exposed to workplace heat risk each year. Rising temperatures affect health in many ways, increasing fatigue, injuries, dehydration, kidney strain and mental stress. According to @Lancet Countdown data, heat-related deaths have surged by 63% since the 1990s. As a driver of our warming world, climate change also amplifies public health risks such as vector- and water-borne diseases. @WHO works closely with @WMO to address the impacts of climate change on health systems—including extreme heat—by strengthening health facility readiness to cope with higher temperatures. @WHO calls on governments to ensure that heat early warning systems are tailored to the needs of the health sector and that climate information is integrated into health decision-making. Every heat-related death is preventable.

From Geneva to Antarctica & across the ocean, this year’s #WorldMetDay brought the theme 'Observing Today, Protecting Tomorrow' to life through voices from around the 🌍. The event also featured the launch of #StateOfClimate 2025. 📽️ Rewatch the session: bit.ly/4svibP3

From tributes to observers to local events, new weather stations, dazzling light shows, exhibitions, cultural moments, and a book launch—celebrations were as engaged as the communities behind them. Thank you for being part of #WorldMetDay!

Extreme weather can disrupt food production, threaten livelihoods, damage ecosystems, drive displacement, and accelerate the spread of pests and animal diseases. Read the Global #StateOfClimate 2025: bit.ly/StateOfClimate…

How accurate were hurricane forecasts in 2025? 🌀 NHC’s 2025 Forecast Verification Report evaluates the performance of official track, intensity, size, and genesis forecasts for tropical cyclones in the Atlantic and eastern Pacific basins — along with the models used to produce them. 📄 Full report: nhc.noaa.gov/verification/p…

Don’t miss the latest insights on the world’s glaciers—#StateOfClimate 2025 launches on Monday, #WorldMetDay. bit.ly/WorldMetDay26