KMD Forecast El Niño Will Bring Mixed Weather Conditions Across Kenya

KMD Forecast El Niño Will Bring Mixed Weather Conditions Across Kenya

The Kenya Met Department has forecast that El Niño will bring varying weather conditions across the country, with some regions experiencing below-average rainfall while others receive increased precipitation. Experts are urging communities, farmers, and county governments to prepare early for the heightened risk of floods and weather-related disasters during the 2026 short-rains season.
El Niño Starts, Putting Preparedness Efforts in Focus

El Niño Starts, Putting Preparedness Efforts in Focus

The arrival of El Niño has renewed global preparedness efforts as forecasters warn the climate phenomenon could strengthen into a very strong event by late 2026. Experts are urging governments and communities to use advanced forecasts to prepare for potential floods, infrastructure damage, disease outbreaks, and other climate-related impacts.