The Kenya Meteorological Department has cautioned Kenyans living in Coast, South-eastern lowlands and Northwestern Kenya regions of strong winds over the next three days.
In an advisory, the Met Department said the strong southerly winds of more than 30 knots (15.4 m/s) are expected in the three regions starting Friday, May 23, with the wind speed strengthening to more than 35 knots (18.0 m/s) on Saturday and Sunday.
“Strong southerly winds of more than 30 knots (15.4 m/s) are expected over the Coast, the South-eastern lowlands and Northwestern Kenya on Friday, 23rd May 2025. The wind speed is expected to strengthen to more than 35 knots (18.0 m/s) on Saturday, 24th May 2025, and Sunday, 25th May 2025.
"Wind speeds are likely to reduce to 25 knots (12.9 m/s) on Monday, 26th May, 2025,” the advisory read in part.
The Met Department also warned of large waves exceeding two meters in the Kenyan coast from Friday to Sunday May 25, 2025. The waves are expected to reduce to below 2.0 meters on Monday, 26th May 2025.
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Strong winds and large ocean waves are expected to impact Marsabit, Turkana, Samburu, Isiolo, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, and Kitui counties.
The counties of Makueni, Taita Taveta, Tana River, Lamu, Kilifi, Mombasa, and Kwale will also be affected.
The Met Department urged residents of the 15 counties to remain vigilant for strong winds and high waves, warning that the winds could blow off roofs and the waves may reduce visibility in the ocean.
“Residents in all the mentioned areas are advised to be on the lookout for potential gale (very strong winds) and large waves over the Indian Ocean. Strong winds may blow off roofs and cause structural damage. Large waves may lower visibility and affect marine activities,” the weatherman added.
