Long rains
Mar 1 – May 31, 2027
Why demand moves
Kenya’s main rainy season (roughly March–May): planting time for farmers, and demand rises for seeds, fertiliser, rain gear and roof and drainage repairs, while some construction and travel slow down.
What peaks
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Seed and fertiliser agro-dealer kiosk
Medium start-up costUmbrellas, gumboots and raincoats
Low start-up costGutter and roof repair crew
Low start-up costKey dates
Start getting ready
Feb 1 · 4 weeks before
Starts
Mar 1 · In 133 days
Ends
May 31
Get ready checklist
Stock farm inputs by February
Offer roof checks before the rains
Plan for slower deliveries on flooded roads
Questions about Long rains in Kenya
When is Long rains 2027 in Kenya?
Long rains 2027 in Kenya runs from March 1, 2027 to May 31, 2027.
Which businesses are busiest during Long rains?
farms, hardware stores, roofing, plumbers, garden centers and construction services see the most demand. Kenya’s main rainy season (roughly March–May): planting time for farmers, and demand rises for seeds, fertiliser, rain gear and roof and drainage repairs, while some construction and travel slow down.
When should businesses start preparing for Long rains?
About 4 weeks before — from February 1, 2027 for Long rains 2027. Stock farm inputs by February
What business can I start for Long rains?
Ideas for Long rains: seed and fertiliser agro-dealer kiosk (medium start-up cost), umbrellas, gumboots and raincoats (low start-up cost) and gutter and roof repair crew (low start-up cost).