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Somalia: Dual climate risks Emerging: Extremely Dry Conditions Expected Across Northern Greater Horn of Africa During July–September, Followed by Intensely Wet October–December Rains over Equatorial and Southern parts of the Region
By Intergovernmental Authority on Development at ReliefWeb
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
Countries: Somalia, Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania . Countries including Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, Uganda and parts of Kenya may experience below-average rainfall and warmer-than-normal temperatures during the July–September period, increasing pressure on w
Key takeaway Later in the year, enhanced rainfall is expected across Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Somalia, Tanzania and parts of Ethiopia.
Why this matters
The dual climate risks facing Somalia and its neighboring countries pose significant challenges for humanitarian relief efforts in the region. The anticipated dry conditions during the July-September period may exacerbate existing water and food shortages, particularly in areas where livestock and agriculture are crucial to livelihoods. In contrast, the intensely wet rains expected from October to December could lead to flooding and landslides, further straining resources and infrastructure. Faith-based organizations and charities operating in the region, many of which are ECFA-accredited and provide critical support to vulnerable communities, will need to be prepared to respond to these emerging climate risks. The long-range outlook provided by ICPAC will be essential in informing early preparedness and readiness actions, allowing these organizations to allocate resources effectively and mitigate the impact of these climate-related disasters on communities in need.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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What is this story about? Countries: Somalia, Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania . Countries including Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, Uganda and parts of Kenya may experience below-average rainfall and warmer-than-normal temperatures during the July–September period, increasing pressure on w
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