NiMet Forecasts Severe Weather Conditions Across Nigeria This Weekend

NiMet forecasts thunderstorms and haziness across Nigeria from Sunday to Tuesday, with varying impacts in different regions. Critical weather alerts have been issued, advising caution and updates for residents and airlines.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast thunderstorms and hazy conditions affecting various parts of Nigeria from Sunday through Tuesday. A weather outlook released on Saturday outlined expectations for dust haze across Katsina, Sokoto, Zamfara, Borno, Kano, Yobe, and Jigawa states. Meanwhile, isolated thunderstorms are anticipated in Adamawa and Taraba states during this timeframe.

In the North-central region, NiMet expects partly cloudy skies in the morning with possible afternoon thunderstorms impacting the Federal Capital Territory, Plateau, Kogi, Nasarawa, and Benue States. Meanwhile, in the South, morning thunderstorms are predicted for Lagos, Cross River, Rivers, Bayelsa, and Akwa Ibom States, with a chance of thunderstorms later in the day.

On Monday, the forecast features sunny skies over the northern region. However, morning thunderstorms are anticipated in Taraba and Adamawa states, extending later into Kaduna, Bauchi, and Gombe states. The North-Central area can expect similar morning thunderstorms over Plateau, Nasarawa, and Benue, with afternoon thunderstorms likely.

For Tuesday, NiMet predicts a continuation of sunny skies with patchy clouds in northern areas and morning thunderstorms in Adamawa and Taraba. The report confirms that thunderstorms will again be prevalent later that day across parts of Kaduna, Adamawa, and Taraba. The North Central region should see partly cloudy skies with afternoon storms expected in the Federal Capital Territory and surrounding areas. In the South, similar morning thunderstorms may occur in Akwa Ibom, Cross River, and Bayelsa states, with afternoon storms expected.

NiMet emphasizes the need for the public to take necessary precautions against possible strong winds associated with thunderstorms. They also caution individuals in the North to stay alert to dust particles that could affect air quality. Airline operators are encouraged to check airport-specific weather reports from NiMet for better flight planning. Additionally, residents are invited to stay updated with the weather via the NiMet website at www.nimet.gov.ng.

In summary, NiMet’s forecast indicates a three-day period of thunderstorms and hazy conditions across Nigeria, starting Sunday. Specific regions will experience varying intensities of thunderstorms, especially in the North and South. Precautions have been advised, especially regarding strong winds and dust. Residents and airline operators are urged to rely on accurate weather updates from NiMet to stay prepared.

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