The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) in Abuja released the latest weather outlook, warning of varying degrees of rainfall across the northern, North-Central, and southern regions. According to the report, parts of Taraba, Kebbi, and Niger states are expected to experience morning thunderstorms and light rainfall on Monday. The agency also warned of strong winds that could occur before thunderstorms in some areas.
The southern region is expected to remain largely cloudy, with isolated showers possible in Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River states. Later in the afternoon and evening, NiMet forecast moderate rainfall and scattered thunderstorms across the North-East, Kaduna, the North-Central region, and several southern states. The weather conditions are expected to continue into Tuesday, with thunderstorms and light-to-moderate rainfall forecast across most parts of the northern region.
NiMet listed parts of the North-Central region, including the Federal Capital Territory, Niger, Nasarawa, and Plateau states, among areas that could experience thunderstorms and rainfall. Several parts of the southern region are also expected to record rainfall on Tuesday, with similar weather conditions forecast to persist through Wednesday. The agency warned that thunderstorms could be accompanied by strong winds, particularly before the onset of rainfall.
NiMet advised members of the public to secure loose objects around their homes and other locations because such objects could be blown away by strong winds. The agency also urged motorists to exercise caution and avoid driving during periods of heavy rainfall, particularly when visibility is reduced or roads become difficult to navigate. Residents were further advised to stay away from tall trees during thunderstorms.
NiMet urged Nigerians to disconnect electrical appliances from power sockets during thunderstorms to reduce the risk associated with lightning and electrical surges. Airline operators were also advised to obtain site-specific weather information from NiMet to support safe planning of flight operations during the forecast period. The latest forecast is similar to weather warnings previously issued by NiMet during the rainy season.
In a three-day forecast issued in August, NiMet had also predicted thunderstorms and moderate rainfall across different parts of the country, with the affected areas varying from day to day. During that period, NiMet forecast sunny conditions with patches of clouds and possible early morning thunderstorms across parts of the northern region. Light rainfall was expected in areas including Sokoto, Kebbi, Zamfara, Kaduna, Borno, Taraba, and Adamawa states.
NiMet’s latest warning comes as rainfall continues to pose risks to communities vulnerable to flooding and other weather-related hazards. Residents in flood-prone locations are advised to remain alert, particularly where rainfall becomes prolonged or intense. Motorists are also expected to exercise caution on roads affected by flooding and avoid attempting to cross moving floodwater.
Key points
- The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a three-day weather forecast warning of thunderstorms and rainfall across several parts of Nigeria.
- The agency advised the public to take precautions, including securing loose objects and avoiding driving during heavy rainfall.
- Residents in flood-prone locations are advised to remain alert, particularly where rainfall becomes prolonged or intense.
