The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a detailed statement warning that heavy rains being experienced across several parts of the country will persist through November, increasing the risk of floods and landslides in already saturated areas.

In a statement released on its official X account on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, the department said, “The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) acknowledges the ongoing heavy rainfall across several parts of the country and extends heartfelt sympathies to families affected by the landslides in Chesongoch, Marakwet East Sub-County,” the statement reads

Kenya Meteorological Department explained that the sustained October rainfall led to soil saturation and flooding, particularly in western Kenya. The department had already issued a heavy rainfall advisory on October 22, 2025, followed by an update on October 26, 2025, warning of enhanced rainfall due to Tropical Depression Chenge.

According to the November climate outlook, above-average conditions are expected to persist in many regions.

“Near to above average rainfall is expected to continue over the counties in the Lake Victoria Basin, Highlands West of the Rift Valley, and the Central and South Rift Valley.” However, the statement also noted that below-average rainfall will be experienced in parts of the Rift Valley.

“Near to below average or depressed rainfall is expected over the counties in the Highlands East of the Rift Valley, Southeastern lowlands, Coast, and most of the Northeast,” the statement reads

Impact and recommendation

Kenya Meteorological Department highlighted that the public should brace for warmer-than-usual temperatures nationwide, as well as the risk of localised floods, landslides, and lightning strikes in high-risk areas such as Kisii, Kisumu, and Narok.

The department also issued several advisories to different sectors. It warned motorists and pedestrians to avoid walking or driving through flooded areas and not to shelter under trees during storms. Farmers were urged to conserve water and prepare for poor rainfall distribution in Central and Eastern Kenya.

In its closing remarks, the department urged Kenyans to remain vigilant and use weather information to plan and safeguard lives and property.

“Kenya Meteorological Department continues to provide timely weather forecasts and early warning advisories to guide planning and safeguard lives and property,” the department stated. It reaffirmed its commitment to support the government’s vision of a climate-resilient Kenya, promising to continue issuing regular and timely updates.