The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted a mix of sunshine, haze, and cloudiness across the country from Monday through Wednesday.
According to NiMet’s weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja, residents in the northern region can expect mostly sunny skies throughout the three-day period. However, dust haze is anticipated over states including Kebbi, Zamfara, Sokoto, Katsina, Kano, Jigawa, Borno, and Yobe on Tuesday and Wednesday, prompting the agency to advise caution for those with respiratory conditions.
The central region is forecasted to experience sunny skies with occasional cloud patches on Monday and Tuesday, while a sunny yet hazy atmosphere is expected on Wednesday.
In the southern region, cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine are expected on Monday, with slim chances of isolated thunderstorms over parts of Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, and Cross River during the afternoon and evening hours.
By Tuesday, clouds will dominate, with isolated thunderstorms predicted over Delta, Ogun, Ondo, Lagos, Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River later in the day.
On Wednesday, morning clouds will give way to isolated thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall over Lagos, Ondo, Oyo, Osun, Ogun, Ekiti, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, and Rivers.
NiMet has urged motorists to drive with caution during rainy conditions and advised residents in the northern region to take precautions against dust particles in suspension. People with asthma or other respiratory ailments are particularly advised to exercise caution.
Airline operators have also been advised to obtain airport-specific weather reports from NiMet to ensure smooth and safe operations. Residents across Nigeria are encouraged to stay updated with the latest weather forecasts via NiMet’s website.
As the Nigeria navigates through sunshine, haze, and the occasional storm, staying informed remains the key to safety and preparedness.
