The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has forecast a mix of sunshine and cloud cover across the country from Monday to Wednesday.
In its weather outlook issued on Sunday in Abuja, the agency said the northern region would experience a combination of sunny and cloudy conditions throughout the forecast period.
According to NiMet, sunny and cloudy skies are anticipated over the region throughout the forecast period.
For the southern part of the country, the agency projected sunny conditions with patches of clouds and the likelihood of isolated thunderstorms accompanied by light rainfall later in the day over parts of Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Cross River states.
”For Tuesday, sunny and hazy skies are expected over the northern and central regions during the forecast period, while sunny skies with patches of clouds are anticipated over the southern region.
Chances of thunderstorms with light rains are expected over parts of Ogun, Lagos, Rivers, Bayelsa, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River States during the morning hours.
”Later in the day, thunderstorms are anticipated over parts of Ondo, Ogun, Imo, Delta, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Rivers and Bayelsa States,” it said.
Looking ahead to Wednesday, NiMet said the northern region would experience sunny and hazy conditions in the morning, with dust haze expected later in the afternoon and evening.
The central region, it said, would also record sunny and hazy weather throughout the day.
In the South, cloudy skies with sunny intervals are expected in the morning, alongside possible isolated thunderstorms and light rainfall over parts of Anambra, Imo, Abia, Edo, Bayelsa, Delta, Cross River, Akwa Ibom and Rivers states.
“Dust particles are in suspension over the north-central region; the public should take necessary precautions.
NiMet advised people with asthmatic health conditions and other respiratory issues to take heed of the present weather condition.
Driving under rain should be done with caution. Airline operators are advised to get airport-specific weather reports (flight documentation) from NiMet for effective planning in their operations.
Residents are advised to stay informed through weather updates from NiMet. Visit our website www.nimet.gov.ng,” it said.
