Weatherman warns of intense heat and surprise rains across Kenya this week
By Kiprono Keileb, November 25, 2025Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a fresh weather alert, warning Kenyans to brace for a week marked by soaring temperatures and unexpected showers in some parts of the country.
The department says most regions will experience sunny and dry conditions, but several pockets across the nation should expect scattered rainfall as November comes to a close.
According to the department’s post on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, the weatherman said the forecast for the week of November 25 to December 1, 2025, shows a clear split between regions heating up and others getting brief rainfall.
“Most parts of the country will remain sunny and dry this week,” the statement reads. This pattern shows the continued transition toward the dry season. But the department also noted that rainfall will be experienced in parts of Central Kenya.
“Rainfall is expected in a few areas across the Central Highlands, Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, the Coast, the South-eastern Lowlands, and Western Kenya,” the statement reads
The forecast highlights a period of intense heat, especially during the day, with temperatures expected to rise above 30°C in several counties. The Met Department said daytime conditions will be particularly hot in parts of North-eastern.
“Daytime: Temperatures above 30°C are expected in the Coast, North-eastern, North-western Kenya, and parts of the South-eastern Lowlands, Rift Valley, and Western Kenya,” the statement reads. These conditions are likely to affect outdoor workers, school activities, and travel plans, with residents advised to stay hydrated and take precautions against heat stress.
However, as the evenings settle in, some regions will experience a sharp drop in temperatures. The department warned that night-time temperatures below 10°C may occur in some parts.
“Temperatures below 10°C may occur in parts of the Central Highlands, North & Central Rift Valley, Western Kenya, and areas near Mt. Kilimanjaro,” the statement reads. Such chilly nights may particularly affect elderly people, young children, and those living in high-altitude regions.
In its review of last week’s weather, the Met Department noted a general decline in rainfall across the country from November 17 to 23. Still, some stations recorded significant observations.
“Mruru Station in Taita Taveta, recorded the highest 24-hour rainfall: 37.1 mm on 18th November,” the update said. At the same time, heat extremes continued in northern Kenya.“Mandera Station recording the highest maximum temperature: 37.3°C on 18th November,” the statement reads.
Meanwhile, cooler highland areas saw a drop in temperatures. “Nyahururu Station recording the lowest minimum temperature: 5.4°C on 22nd November,” the statement reads