Weather: Here Is What Nakuru Should Expect This Week

By Staff Writer

Nakuru County should brace for a week of persistent rainfall and thunderstorms, with some areas projected to record heavy downpours exceeding 120 millimetres.

All 11 sub-counties are forecast to receive more than 20 millimetres of cumulative rainfall between Tuesday, March 3 and Monday, March 9.

Parts of Kuresoi, Njoro, Rongai, Subukia, Gilgil and Naivasha are likely to receive heavy cumulative totals exceeding 120 millimetres during the period.

The weekly forecast, issued on March 2, shows widespread morning rains, followed by afternoon and evening showers across most parts of the county.

County Director of Meteorological Services Julius Kilemba said cloudy conditions with rains over few to several places in the morning hours.

“Showers over few to several places in the afternoon and evening, with partly cloudy night conditions during the forecast period,” he added.

High ground areas above 2,300 metres, including Molo and Kuresoi, will record daytime temperatures averaging 20 to 21 degrees Celsius.

Minimum temperatures in those zones will range between 10 and 11 degrees Celsius throughout the forecast period.

Medium altitude areas such as Subukia, Bahati, Njoro and Naivasha are expected to experience thunderstorms for most of the week.

Daytime temperatures in those zones will range between 20 and 22 degrees Celsius, with minimums of 14 to 16 degrees.

Low-lying areas including Nakuru City, Rongai and Gilgil will also experience thunderstorms, with temperatures ranging between 13 and 21 degrees Celsius.

Areas around Lakes Nakuru and Naivasha may occasionally experience afternoon showers due to local climatological effects.

Farmers have been advised to consult local agricultural extension officers when planning field activities during the forecast period.

The chief Meteorologist warned that the expected rainfall could disrupt transport, delay farm operations and increase flood risks in low-lying and poorly drained urban areas.

“Residents monitor official updates and take precautionary measures, particularly in areas projected to receive heavy cumulative rainfall,” he advised in the weekly circular.