By JOHN MUSEMBI 

Most mornings will start with partly cloudy conditions while the rest of the day will witness sunny intervals,  said Dr Daniel Mbithi,  the County Director of Meteorological Services.  Further, he said that maximum temperature readings will oscillate between 25°C and 35°C in Kitui County.  The lowest temperatures felt are likely to be ranging between 13°C and 21°C for the week between September 22nd and 28th, 2026.

There is also a likelihood of wind blowing at a speed of 25 knots from southern side of the county to south-eastern direction. 

This weather forecast is part of the government's measures put in place to help Kenyans prepare for the predicted El Nino rains which may disrupt various sectors of the economy.

By JOHN MUSEMBI 

Dr Mbithi has further noted in the weekly weather forecast sent to newsrooms that residents should follow  required farm practices  from onset to cessation of the rain season.  

As for this week's weather forecast,  the weatherman says mornings will be partly cloudy while in the afternoons, sunny conditions will persist. He adds that there is a possibility of light to moderate rains in high ground areas. "There is a chance of light to moderate rain over high ground areas during the weekend".

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Kitui County Director of NDMA,Eunice Mutuku  said that since very heavy rainfall was expected as forecast by the Kenya Meteorological Services Department, it is important for residents to take safety measures such as avoiding crossing flooded rivers. 

She said it was part of government's efforts to offer the right information on the  reduction of fatalities that may occur during El-Nino season. NDMA will keep providing early warning reports in Kitui County to help residents take appropriate actions as the wet season progresses. 

Kenya Meteorological Services Department head in Kitui County Dr Daniel Mbithi told residents to follow weather forecast broadcasts in the media. He added that the forecast would improve farm yields and  safety of residents. "Those who listened to my advice last season that if there is enough soil moisture they should  plant, had great harvests compared to those who delayed in planting", said Mbithi.

He cautioned residents to stay away from flood prone  areas  as they were like to be marooned and  waterlogged. 

"This makes crop maturity to suffer since such crops turn yellow due to excessive moisture," Mbithi when he spoke to the media.

"I tell our people to be prepared and ready for El-Nino. This includes safe travels and doing early planting ", concluded the Kitui County Director of Meteorological Services.

By JOHN MUSEMBI 

High ground areas may experience light rains around the weekend, however, Kitui county Director of Meteorological Services Dr Daniel Mbithi notes.

The maximum temperature range for this week is expected to vary between 25°C and 35°C while the lowest temperatures felt in the lower Eastern county will be between 13°C and 22°C. This makes the predictions, "to be warmer than average throughout the County",  adds the County Director of Meteorological Services.

Further,  some parts of Kitui County will experience strong winds blowing over the terrain. The wind will blow from the southern side to south-easterly direction at a speed of up to 25knots (12.86m/s).

By JOHN MUSEMBI 

In terms of cloud cover,   expect mornings to be partially cloudy while the rest of the day will have sunny intervals. 

Just like in the past, strong winds are expected to blow across some parts of the county at a speed of up to 25 knots. They are expected to blow from southern side to the south eastern direction.

By JOHN MUSEMBI 

However,  throughout the county, the temperatures are likely to be warmer than average,  Kitui County Director of Meteorological Services Dr Daniel Mbithi notes in the weekly weather forecast sent to newsrooms.  

The maximum temperature readings will oscillate between 24°C and 34°C while the minimum temperatures will vary from 12°C to 22°C.

Expect strong winds to blow from the southern side to south-easterly direction at a speed of 25knots this week.

By JOHN MUSEMBI 

Strong southerly to south-easterly winds will blow across the region at a speed of of 25knots or 12.5m/s.

It is not lost on the weatherman that Mwingi North and Kitui East subcounties reported the highest daytime temperatures while Kitui Central had the least temperature readings.

Some wards that were among the highest in terms of daytime temperatures were Ngomeni, Tseikuru and Tharaka.  They are all from Mwingi North. Kitui East's Zombe/Mwitika ward, Voo/Kyamatu and Endau Malalani were also cited as having high temperatures temperatures between July 28 and August 3.

Mutonguni hills and parts of Kitui Central subcounty had the least temperatures the previous week.

By JOHN MUSEMBI 

The week is set to have  relatively high daytime temperatures given the maximum readings on thermometers will vary between  23°C and 34°C. There is also forecast episodes of cold spells since the minimum temperatures are likely to oscillate between 13°C and 22°C.

Very strong winds will blow across most parts of Kitui county at a speed of up to 25 knots.

By JOHN MUSEMBI 

It is still possible that high ground areas may experience some drizzles this week. "....some parts over the high ground areas may receive light drizzle", said Dr Daniel Mbithi,  the County Director of Meteorological Services.

As for temperatures and wind conditions,  they remain largely unchanged as per what is expected to occur compared to earlier forecasts. The maximum temperature will range from 23°C to 34°C while the minimum temperature range is forecast to oscillate between 13°C and 22°C.

The Met Department cautions that strong winds blowing at a speed of up to 25knots will blow across most parts of our county.  The wind will blow from eastern side to south eastern direction.

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‎The maximum temperature range for this week has been forecast to be between 22°C and 34°C while the minimum temperature range will be varying from 12°C to 22°C.

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‎Most parts of the county will witness strong winds blowing at 25knots or 12.86m/s. The Met Department says these winds will blow from eastern to south eastern side.

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In the last week of June 2026, many parts of Kitui County experienced dry conditions accompanied by sunny intervals. The Kenya Meteorological Department reported that nights were partly cloudy.

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‎Mwingi North and Kitui East subcounties registered the highest daytime temperatures.  As previously reported, the lowest temperatures were felt in the hills of Mutonguni Ward and some parts of Kitui Central subcounty.

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The county will be generally calm given cool and cloudy conditions are likely to be experienced in some parts of the county in the next seven days. "Intermittent cool and cloudy conditions are likely in some parts of the County during the forecast period", said Dr Daniel Mbithi, the county Director of Meteorological Services.

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‎But maximum temperatures remain elevated especially in Mwingi North, Mwingi Central and Kitui East sub counties.  These regions recorded the highest daytime temperatures two weeks earlier.

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‎This week's maximum temperature is forecast to be between 23°C and 33°C.  The minimum temperatures on the other hand, will range from 13°C to 21°C. Of note is Mutonguni and Mumoni Wards previously featured in weather reports as having low temperatures.

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Acting Director of Meteorological Services Edward Muriuki noted that while the forecast may change as new data is availed,  there was an "80-82 % likelihood of El Nino during June-August 2026". He added that there was  probabilities of near or above 90-96% for El- Nino to continue through the end of 2026.

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‎Experts expect this phenomenon to have varied impacts in Kenya and East Africa. Some of the outcomes expected by KMD are increased rainfall over the entire country during the October-November-December rainfall season.

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‎KMD assured Kenyans that it will provide monthly weather conditions on this matter or when it is required.

By JOHN MUSEMBI 

There is little change in temperature ranges expected this week compared to the previous one given the maximum temperatures will vary between 24°C and 34°C. The lowest temperature range will be reading between 15°C and 22°C.

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‎The weatherman further. notes that in the last one week, the highest daytime temperatures were felt in parts of Mwingi North, Kitui South and Kitui East subcounties. The coldest subcounties on the other hand were Kitui Central and Mwingi West. "The lowest night-time (minimum) temperature was recorded in the hills of Mutonguni Ward and Mumoni Ward, Kitui Central and parts of Mwingi West subcounties", said Dr Mbithi, the Kitui County Met boss in his weekly weather forecast report shared with MWINGI TIMES.

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The maximum temperatures range for this week are expected to range between 25°C and 34°C while the minimum temperatures are expected to vary between 15°C and 22°C.

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‎Strong winds will batter the expansive county. "Strong easterly to south-easterly winds with speeds not exceeding 25knots are expected to persist in most parts of the County", said Dr Mbithi.

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The maximum temperature across the county will vary between 26°C and 35°C while the. minimum temperature range is expected to be between 15°C and 23°C in the next one week.

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‎As has been happening before, strong winds will blow at a speed of around 25knots in most parts of the County.

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‎Residents have been advised to get in touch with extension officers from their localities for best advice on farm practices to use in light of this weather forecast.

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‎"Generally, the rains have tremendously reduced and likely coming to an end any time from this week going forward", said Kitui County Director of Meteorological Services Dr Daniel Mbithi in a weekly weather forecast report shared to MWINGI TIMES.

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‎The Met Department further notes a marked change in temperatures last week. Mwingi North and Kitui East subcounties had the highest daytime temperatures recorded.

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The lowest night-time temperature was recorded in Mutonguni hills in Kitui West.

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‎KMD expects the maximum temperature to range from 24°C to 35°C this week while the minimum temperature is expected to oscillate between 15°C and 22°C.

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Of these, only Kajiado county is likely to get near average rainfall in its Western Sector. "Heavy events possible in a few parts during the first half [of the month]", warns Kenya Meteorological Department in the May 2026 Climate Outlook.

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‎Of note is that the second half of the month will witness cessation of long rains over much of the country including our region. "Depressed rainfall is expected during the second half of the month, signalling the cessation of the long rains over much of the country", the report reads in part.

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‎As of temperature ranges, the South Eastern Lowlands are expected to experience a maximum temperature of between 23°C and 33°C while the minimum temperature will oscillate from 10°C to 22°C.

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"Isolated heavy afternoon and night showers and thunderstorms are likely to occur in some parts of these areas", said Dr Daniel Mbithi, the County Director of Meteorological Services.

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‎Strong winds blowing from eastern side to the south eastern side are likely to blow at a speed of up to 25knots.

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‎Farmers have been called upon to consult their respective local extension officers for more advice on the best farm practices.