The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted haziness and thunderstorms from Tuesday to Thursday across the country.
NiMet’s weather outlook announced on Monday in Abuja projected mild dust haze over sections of Katsina and Kano states throughout the forecast period on Tuesday.
Thunderstorms are expected over Taraba and Adamawa states throughout the afternoon and evening.
“Sunny skies with patches of cloud are anticipated over the North Central region, with chances of thunderstorms over parts of Nasarawa during the morning period.
“Later in the day, thunderstorms are expected over parts of Kogi, Kwara, Benue, and the Federal Capital Territory.
“Over the southern region, cloudy skies with spells of sunshine are expected with chances of isolated thunderstorms over parts of Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Rivers and Bayelsa States during the morning hours,” it said.
According to NiMet, the thunderstorms are anticipated over parts of Osun, Ekiti, Ondo, Oyo, Osun, Edo, Abia, Imo, Bayelsa, Lagos, Delta, Rivers, Cross River and Akwa Ibom States later in the day.
NiMet anticipated gloomy skies on Wednesday, with periods of sunshine in the northern states throughout the forecast period.
It predicted thunderstorms in parts of Taraba and Adamawa states in the afternoon or evening.
“In the North Central region, thunderstorms are envisaged over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Plateau, Benue, Kogi, Niger and Nasarawa States during the afternoon/evening hours.
“In the South, thunderstorms are anticipated over parts of Bayelsa, Cross River, Akwa Ibom and Rivers States during the morning hours.
“In the afternoon/evening periods, thunderstorms are envisaged over parts of Ogun, Osun, Ekiti, Ondo, Oyo, Imo, Enugu, Ebonyi, Anambra, Abia, Lagos, Bayelsa, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Rivers and Delta States,” it said.
NiMet forecasts bright skies with patches of cloud throughout the northern area on Thursday.
It predicted bright skies with patches of cloud in the North Central region throughout the morning hours.
“Later in the day, thunderstorms are envisaged over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Plateau, Kogi, Kwara, Niger and Nasarawa States.
“In the southern region, cloudy skies are anticipated with prospects of morning thunderstorms over parts of Delta and Bayelsa States.
“Later in the day, thunderstorms are expected over parts of Osun, Ekiti, Ogun, Oyo, Ondo, Anambra, Abia, Ebonyi, Enugu, Imo, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Rivers, Edo, Delta, Lagos and Bayelsa States,” it stated.
It recommended the public take appropriate precautions because dust particles are suspended, and persons with respiratory concerns should be aware of the current weather conditions.
The agency added, “Strong winds may precede the rains in areas where thunderstorms are likely to occur; the public should take adequate precautions.
“Ensure that loose objects are fastened to avoid collision. Driving under heavy rain should be avoided. Disconnect electrical appliances from electrical sockets.
“Stay away from tall trees to avoid impact from falling branches and broken trees. 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.”
