Why Nairobi Is So Hot Despite Forecasts of Above-Average October–December Rains
Source: Nairobi Wire
Summary
Unusually high temperatures have rippled across Nairobi and other regions amid the onset of the October–November–December rainy season. The prolonged sunshine has prompted widespread concerns, with many wondering why conditions remain so warm when expected El Niño patterns typically bring wetter, cooler weather across much of the country. However, meteorologists clarify that a forecast for increased seasonal rainfall does not guarantee continuous rain or immediate relief from high temperatures. Weather expert Maithya wa Vilivū explained that seasonal models indicate Nairobi could experience above-average temperatures through the final quarter of 2026 and into early 2027. Average temperatures may rise between 0.5°C The post Why Nairobi Is So Hot Despite Forecasts of Above-Average October–December Rains appeared first on Nairobi Wire.