The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast a mix of sunshine and cloudiness across the country from Monday to Wednesday.
In its three-day weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja, NiMet said the northern region would experience predominantly sunny conditions throughout the forecast period.
According to the agency, the central region is expected to have sunny skies with a few patches of clouds over the three days.
For the southern region, NiMet predicted sunny conditions accompanied by cloud patches, with chances of isolated thunderstorms and light rainfall in some areas.
“Sunny skies with patches of clouds are anticipated over the southern region, with prospects of isolated thunderstorms and light rains over parts of Rivers, Bayelsa, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Edo, Delta, Ondo, Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Imo, Abia and Osun states later in the day,” the agency stated.
Providing a breakdown for Tuesday, NiMet said, “Sunny skies are anticipated over the northern region throughout the forecast period, while the central region will experience sunny skies with a few patches of clouds.”
It added that the southern region would continue to see sunny skies with cloud patches, alongside “light rains over parts of Abia, Edo, Ogun, Ondo, Delta, Lagos, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Cross River and Bayelsa states during the afternoon or evening hours.”
For Wednesday, the agency forecast a sunny and hazy atmosphere over parts of Jigawa, Yobe and Borno states, while the rest of the northern region would remain sunny.
NiMet also projected light rainfall later in the day over parts of Anambra, Oyo, Edo, Ogun, Ondo, Delta, Lagos, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Cross River and Bayelsa states.
Advising residents and operators, the agency said, “Driving under rain should be done with caution. Airline operators are advised to obtain airport-specific weather reports from NiMet for effective operational planning.”
NiMet further urged Nigerians to stay updated on weather conditions, noting, “Residents are encouraged to keep informed through regular weather updates from NiMet.”
