Climate change poses significant challenges to communities in Wajir West sub-county, Kenya, with women disproportionately affected due to their caregiving, livelihood, and household management roles. This study examines women’s resilience and adaptation strategies in response to recurrent droughts, floods, and resource scarcity, guided by the Sustainable Livelihoods Framework (SLF). A qualitative research design was adopted, involving in-depth interviews with 16 women and 2 focus group discussions (FGDs). Data were thematically analyzed using NVivo software, ensuring confidentiality and informed consent throughout. The findings reveal five key adaptation themes. Economic adaptation strategies include livelihood diversification, where women engage in small-scale trade, firewood collection, and informal market sales. Community-based support networks such as savings groups (chamas) provide emergency loans for healthcare, education, and food security. Psychological resilience is sustained through peer support, religious faith, and psychosocial support programs. Disaster risk reduction strategies involve flood-proofing homes, early evacuation, and collective resource pooling. Health and nutrition strategies include reliance on herbal remedies, dietary diversification, and healthcare financing through savings groups. Despite these efforts, women face barriers such as limited financial access, gender-based constraints, and physical and emotional strain. The study underscores the need for policies that enhance women’s financial inclusion, promote livelihood diversification, and strengthen gender-responsive climate adaptation interventions.