The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, has issued a weather forecast predicting varying conditions across the country from Monday to Wednesday. Residents are advised to remain alert due to expected dust haze and rainfall in different regions.
According to NiMet’s weather outlook, a slight dust haze with good visibility is expected over several northern states, including Borno, Zamfara, and Kano, on Monday. In contrast, isolated thunderstorms and light rain are likely in parts of Taraba and Adamawa States during the afternoon or evening hours. The central region is expected to experience sunny skies with patches of clouds, along with prospects of isolated thunderstorms and light rain in the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa, and Kogi States.
In the southern region, cloudy conditions are anticipated on Monday morning, with isolated thunderstorms and light rains over parts of Cross River, Rivers, and Akwa Ibom States. Later in the afternoon and evening, thunderstorms with moderate rainfall are expected in several states, including Imo, Abia, and Lagos. On Tuesday, NiMet forecasts continued slight dust haze in the northern states, while Taraba and Adamawa may experience isolated thunderstorms and light rain throughout the day.
The agency has also warned of possible flooding in parts of Akwa Ibom, Rivers, and Cross River States, urging local authorities to activate emergency response measures where necessary. For Wednesday, NiMet anticipates sunny skies across the northern region, with isolated thunderstorms and light rain expected later in the day. The central region will experience sunny skies with patches of clouds, while isolated thunderstorms with light rain are likely over Kogi and the Federal Capital Territory.
NiMet has reiterated a high risk of flash floods, advising motorists to exercise caution when driving in rain and urging authorities in vulnerable areas to implement flood response measures immediately. The agency has also advised individuals with asthma and respiratory conditions to limit outdoor exposure due to dust particles suspended in the atmosphere over the northern parts of the country. Airline operators are urged to obtain airport-specific weather reports from NiMet for flight planning, and the public is encouraged to follow updates via the agency’s website and communication channels.
