The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather forecast predicting thunderstorms and rainfall across several parts of Nigeria from Monday to Wednesday. According to the agency's weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja, strong winds may precede thunderstorms in some areas. NiMet's forecast is based on its analysis of current weather patterns and is aimed at alerting the public to potential weather-related hazards.
For Monday, NiMet forecasts thunderstorms accompanied by light rain over parts of Taraba and Kebbi states in the morning. Later in the day, the agency predicts scattered thunderstorms with moderate rain over parts of the North-East, Kaduna, Taraba, and Kebbi. In the North-Central region, thunderstorms accompanied by light rain are expected over parts of Niger State during the morning hours, with thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rain expected over most parts of the region later in the day.
NiMet also forecasts cloudy skies across the southern region on Monday morning, with isolated thunderstorms and light rain over parts of Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River. Later in the afternoon or evening, thunderstorms accompanied by light rain are expected across the region. The agency's forecast indicates that the southern region can expect significant rainfall on Monday.
On Tuesday, NiMet predicts patches of cloud over the northern region during the morning, with thunderstorms and light rain over parts of Taraba. Later in the afternoon or evening, thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rain are expected over most parts of the northern region. In the North-Central region, partly cloudy skies are expected during the morning hours, with thunderstorms with moderate rain expected over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Niger, Nasarawa, and Plateau States.
For Wednesday, NiMet predicts partly cloudy skies across the northern region, with thunderstorms and moderate rain over several states during the morning, including Borno, Bauchi, Gombe, Kaduna, Adamawa, and Taraba states. The agency also forecasts thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rain across most parts of the northern region later in the day. In the North-Central region, partly cloudy skies are expected during the morning, with isolated thunderstorms and light rain over parts of the FCT, Plateau, Niger, and Nasarawa.
NiMet warns that strong winds might precede thunderstorms in areas where rainfall is expected, urging residents to take necessary precautions. The agency advises the public to take adequate precaution and ensure that loose objects are fastened to avoid collision. Motorists are also advised to avoid driving during heavy rainfall, while residents are urged to disconnect electrical appliances from sockets during thunderstorms.
NiMet has also offered additional advice to residents and airline operators, recommending that residents stay informed through weather updates from the agency and that airline operators obtain airport-specific weather reports and flight documentation for effective operational planning. By following these precautions, residents and travelers can minimize the risks associated with the predicted thunderstorms and rainfall.
Key points
- NiMet forecasts thunderstorms and rainfall across Nigeria from Monday to Wednesday
- Strong winds may precede thunderstorms in some areas, posing a risk to residents and travelers
- The agency advises residents to take necessary precautions to minimize the risks associated with the predicted weather conditions
