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May 2023 Rainfall Analysis and June Forecast for Kenya’s ASAL Regions

Analyzing the May 2023 monthly rainfall, it becomes apparent that several arid and semi-arid lands (ASAL) experienced below-average rainfall. Looking ahead, June is expected to bring generally sunny and dry conditions to most of these regions. Rainfall Ranges in May During May 2023, the recorded monthly rainfall fell below average, varying between 75mm to 11mm …

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Farmers advised to grow drought-resistant crops as weatherman warns of failed short rains

By George Munene The Kenya Meteorological Department has advised farmers to plant early maturing and drought-resistant varieties of crops, fodder, and pasture as it warns of a fifth consecutive unsuccessful rainy season over the October-November-December (OND) 2022 short rains season. According to its just-released report ‘The Climate Outlook for the October-November-December (OND) 2022 “Short Rains” …

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