Kiambu County residents are advised to prepare for a week of predominantly sunny, dry, and hot weather, according to a forecast released by Meteorological Services.
According to a weather forecast released by the Kiambu County Director of Meteorological Services, Magdalene Gateri, while some higher altitude areas like Kamae, Kimende, Uplands, and Limuru may experience light rains towards the weekend, the overall outlook remains dry. "We are expecting mainly sunny and hot conditions across most of Kiambu County from February 25th to March 3rd," stated Gateri. "While a few high ground areas might see some light rainfall towards the weekend, the general trend is dry and hot." This forecast comes as farmers across the county eagerly await the onset of the long rains, which are now predicted to be delayed.
Gateri's office has indicated that the seasonal rains are expected to be "near to below the seasonal long-term mean (average) with some breaks," with the onset anticipated between the fourth week of March and the first week of April.
The cessation of the rains is expected between the third and fourth week of May 2025. "We strongly advise farmers to continue with land preparations during this dry period," Gateri emphasized. "It's crucial to be ready for planting once the rains begin.
