The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has projected varying weather conditions across the country from Friday, July 11 to Sunday, July 13, 2025, with a mix of thunderstorms, rainfall, and sunny intervals.
According to a statement released on Thursday in Abuja, NiMet said thunderstorms accompanied by light to moderate rainfall are expected in several parts of the northern region beginning Friday.
“In the morning hours of Friday, we anticipate light to moderate rainfall across Taraba, Borno, Yobe, Jigawa, and Bauchi States, while the rest of the North will experience sunshine with patches of cloud,” the agency said.
NiMet also forecasted that central states including the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa, Kogi, Kwara, Benue, Niger, and Plateau would experience afternoon and evening thunderstorms.
“For the central region, sunny skies with patches of cloud are expected in the morning, followed by moderate rainfall and thunderstorms in several states later in the day,” the forecast indicated.
The southern states are also likely to experience a wet weekend. Light morning rains are expected in Rivers, Cross River, and Akwa Ibom on Friday, with moderate rains anticipated over most parts of the South by afternoon and evening.
By Saturday, NiMet predicted isolated thunderstorms with light rains across Adamawa, Taraba, Jigawa, Bauchi, Borno, Katsina, Zamfara, Yobe, and Kaduna States, with heavier rainfall expected later in the day over Sokoto, Kebbi, and Kano, among others.
“Saturday will begin with sunny skies across the North, but thunderstorms and rain are likely to develop in the afternoon and evening over a wider area,” the agency noted.
In the South, cloudy skies are expected with chances of morning rain in Abia, Ebonyi, Ogun, Ondo, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Rivers, and Bayelsa states. This would be followed by moderate to heavy rainfall across the region.
For Sunday, NiMet projected continued thunderstorms across northern states such as Taraba, Borno, Jigawa, Yobe, Kano, Katsina, and Kaduna. Thunderstorms and moderate rainfall are also expected in Kebbi, Zamfara, Adamawa, and Borno during the afternoon.
“Residents in the central region should expect cloudy skies in the morning, followed by moderate rainfall later in the day across Benue, FCT, Nasarawa, Kwara, Niger, and Plateau,” it said.
The southern region will remain cloudy with rain anticipated in the morning across Ondo, Edo, Ogun, Cross River, Bayelsa, and Akwa Ibom, while moderate to heavy rainfall is expected later in the day.
NiMet also issued a public advisory, warning residents to take precautions during thunderstorms.
“Strong winds may precede rainfall in some locations. We advise the public to secure loose objects, avoid driving in heavy rain, disconnect electrical appliances, and stay clear of tall trees,” the agency cautioned.
It further urged airline operators to obtain detailed, airport-specific weather reports to ensure safe flight operations.
“NiMet remains committed to providing timely and accurate weather forecasts. The public is encouraged to stay updated through our official website and communication channels,” the statement added.
