By Brian Kiprono - Reporter
Kenya, 2 April 2026 - Kenyans are being urged to prepare for heavier rains and possible flooding this month, with the Kenya Meteorological Department warning that the ongoing long rains are set to intensify as April progresses.
In its latest outlook, the weatherman said rainfall recorded in March has already set the stage for a wetter April, after most parts of the country received above-normal precipitation during the onset of the March–May rainy season.
“Overall, above-normal rainfall was received in most areas compared to the long-term mean,” Kenya MET said in a climate update, noting that some regions recorded intense downpours exceeding 100mm within 24 hours.
The agency now expects the rains to strengthen in the coming weeks, particularly across the Highlands, Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley and Nairobi, raising concerns over flooding in vulnerable areas.
“The continued April rains may cause renewed flooding in some areas,” the department warned, urging authorities to closely monitor river levels and clear blocked drainage systems.
Areas in western Kenya, central highlands and parts of the Rift Valley are likely to experience widespread rainfall accompanied by storms, while counties east of the Rift Valley, including Nairobi, Kiambu and Embu, could see above-average rainfall.
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At the same time, parts of northeastern Kenya such as Marsabit, Wajir and Mandera are expected to receive near- to above-normal rainfall, though the coastal region may record relatively lower amounts.
The Met department attributed the weather patterns to the movement of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), which brings moist air over the region and drives the long rains season.
Farmers have been advised to improve drainage in their fields to prevent waterlogging, while road agencies have been put on alert over possible damage to infrastructure.
The outlook also indicates a mix of cool and warm conditions, with highland areas expected to remain relatively cold during the day, while lowland and coastal regions record warmer temperatures.