Moderate Flood ● Monitoring
Heavy rainfall is expected across parts of southern, central, and northern Somalia from 10–15 October 2026. Stay alert for possible flash flooding.
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Heavy rainfall is forecast across parts of southern, central, and northern Somalia during the period 10–15 October 2026. Cumulative rainfall amounts of 50–100 mm are expected in parts of Gedo, Bay, Bakool, Hiraan, Galgaduud, Mudug, Middle Shabelle, Lower Shabelle, Sool, and Nugaal regions, with localized areas potentially receiving more than 100 mm.
Moderate rainfall of 20–50 mm is expected across other parts of the country, while some northern and coastal areas may receive less than 20 mm.
The anticipated heavy rainfall may trigger localized flash floods, waterlogging, and disruptions to transportation, particularly in low-lying areas, settlements with poor drainage, and locations near seasonal streams. Communities in flood-prone areas are advised to remain vigilant and follow official weather updates and early warning information.
Measurements
| Coordinates | 5.2896, 45.5803 |
|---|---|
| Region | Gedo, Bay, Bakool, Hiraan, Galgaduud,Mudug |
| Location Precision | polygon |
| Issuing Authority | Somalia — so-snma-en |
| Cap Urgency | Future |
| Cap Certainty | Likely |
| Cap Expires | 2026-10-15T17:00:00+03:00 |
Official source
Warnings courtesy of the issuing national meteorological service, via the WMO Alert Hub.
This is an official warning issued by the authority named above. Follow its instructions and those of your local emergency services.
Severity as published by WMO Alert Hub (national weather services).
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Source updated 3 days ago (Oct 16, 2026 07:41 UTC) · we last heard from WMO Alert Hub (national weather services) 57 seconds ago
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What GloFAS forecasts for the rivers nearby
No chance of exceeding even its 2-year flood flow in this forecast.
GloFAS alert level: Inactive · Peak expected: as currently ongoing · forecast of 19 Oct 2026
GloFAS forecasts are computer model output, published for information only. They are not a flood warning: only national and regional authorities issue flood warnings for their own area. A reporting point is a place on the model's river network, which may sit a few kilometres from the town it is named after. All rivers →
Official authorities in Somalia
If you are there, these are the bodies whose instructions apply. This site is not an emergency service and does not issue warnings.
More for Somalia →What to do
Follow the instructions issued by WMO Alert Hub (national weather services) and your local emergency services. The guidance below is background.
Flood preparation, evacuation decisions, and the dangers of driving or walking through floodwater.
Open Flood Safety Guide →Nearby & related events
Disclaimer: figures are automatic feeds from the named agencies and may be revised. Do not use this page for life-safety decisions — follow official local emergency services.