The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather forecast predicting thunderstorms and rainfall across several parts of Nigeria from Monday, September 21, to Wednesday, September 23, 2026. According to NiMet, the forecast aims to inform the public about expected weather conditions and provide guidance on necessary precautions. The agency's forecast is based on its analysis of atmospheric conditions and weather patterns.
On Monday, NiMet forecasts morning thunderstorms and light rain over parts of Taraba and Kebbi, with scattered thunderstorms and moderate rainfall expected later across parts of the North-East, Kaduna, Taraba, and Kebbi. In the North-Central region, parts of Niger are expected to experience isolated morning thunderstorms and light rain, while moderate rainfall is forecast across much of the region later in the day.
In the South, generally cloudy conditions are expected in the morning, with isolated thunderstorms and light rain over parts of Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River. Thunderstorms are expected later in the day. NiMet's forecast indicates that the South will experience varying weather conditions, with a high chance of thunderstorms and rainfall.
On Tuesday, cloudy and partly cloudy conditions are expected in parts of the North during the morning, with thunderstorms and light rain over parts of Taraba. Moderate rainfall is forecast across much of the region later in the day. The North-Central region is expected to have partly cloudy conditions in the morning, followed by thunderstorms and moderate rainfall over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Niger, Nasarawa, and Plateau.
In the South, generally cloudy conditions are expected in the morning, while thunderstorms and light rain are forecast over parts of Ebonyi, Enugu, Abia, and the South-South later in the day. NiMet's forecast suggests that the South will continue to experience cloudy conditions with a high chance of thunderstorms and rainfall.
On Wednesday, partly cloudy conditions are expected in the North during the morning, with thunderstorms and moderate rainfall over Borno, Bauchi, Gombe, Kaduna, Adamawa, and Taraba. Moderate rainfall is expected across much of the region later. The North-Central region is also expected to experience isolated morning thunderstorms and light rain, followed by moderate rainfall across much of the region.
NiMet has advised residents to take precautions, including securing loose objects, avoiding floodwaters, and disconnecting electrical appliances during thunderstorms. The agency also advised people to stay away from tall trees, billboards, and uncompleted structures during severe weather and recommended that airline operators obtain airport-specific weather information for flight planning and risk management.
Key points
- NiMet forecasts thunderstorms and rainfall across Nigeria from September 21 to 23, 2026.
- The agency advises residents to take precautions to minimize risks associated with severe weather.
- Airline operators are recommended to obtain airport-specific weather information for flight planning and risk management.
