Monthly Agrometeorological Bulletin January 2025

Bulletin

Highlight:

  • Predominantly sunny and dry conditions were experienced across most parts of the country.
  • Rainfall occurred in the fourth week in the southern half of the country, excluding the Coastal region.
  • The rainfall received was below the long-term mean, except for a few stations in Nairobi, the Central Highlands, and Western Kenya, which recorded above-average rainfall.
  • Temperatures were warmer than usual across the entire country.
  • Soil moisture levels were low in the first three weeks, negatively affecting crops and pasture. However, in the fourth week, soil moisture improved in the southern regions due to the rainfall.