The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) forecasted serious thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rains across much of Nigeria starting today Thursday, September 4, through Saturday, September 6, 2025. Residents are urged to prepare for potential disruptions due to the weather. NiMet’s latest weather pronouncement, issued on Wednesday in Abuja, anticipates various intensities of storms affecting the northern states including Yobe, Kano, Jigawa, Bauchi, Adamawa, Taraba, Kebbi, Zamfara, Kaduna, Sokoto, Katsina, Gombe, and Borno. Morning and evening showers are expected throughout this three-day period, with some areas experiencing morning rains and others seeing thunderstorms as the day progresses. In the north central region, the outlook predicts cloudy mornings followed by moderate to heavy downpours in Plateau, Nasarawa, Kogi, Benue, Niger, Kwara, and the Federal Capital Territory. Similarly, the southern states will witness overcast skies in the mornings with light showers in locations such as Anambra, Abia, Ebonyi, Imo, Bayelsa, Delta, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, and Rivers, intensifying to more substantial rainfalls in the afternoon and evening. The agency warned that these conditions could lead to temporary flooding in low-lying districts and disrupt transportation and outdoor activities. The rough weather is accompanied by strong winds, which may appear ahead of the storms in certain places. The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has advised residents to take appropriate precautions as thunderstorms and heavy rains will impact many areas…securing loose items, avoiding travel during severe downpours, and disconnecting electrical devices during storms are essential steps to ensure safety – a NiMet spokesperson stated NiMet encourages all Nigerians to stay vigilant and monitor weather updates through official channels to remain informed of evolving conditions.
NiMet warns of heavy rains and thunderstorms across Nigeria this week
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a warning for widespread thunderstorms and heavy rainfall across the country from Monday, July 7, to Wednesday, July 10, 2025. NiMet’s latest three-day weather outlook, released on Sunday in Abuja, shows that both northern and southern states should expect stormy weather conditions. The agency urges Nigerians to get ready for possible disruptions caused by strong winds and heavy downpours. Morning thunderstorms are likely in Taraba and Adamawa on Monday.As the day goes on, Zamfara, Adamawa, Kebbi, Taraba, and Kaduna will also see storms and rainfall. Northern states will start with sunny skies and some clouds.Later, isolated thunderstorms and moderate rains are expected in Bauchi, Taraba, Kaduna, Kebbi, Katsina, Kano, and Adamawa on Tuesday. On Wednesday, thunderstorms are expected in Borno, Yobe, Bauchi, Jigawa, Kaduna, Katsina, Kano, and Gombe in the morning.More storms will hit Sokoto, Kebbi, Kano, Katsina, Kaduna, Taraba, Adamawa, and Zamfara later in the day. Cloudy mornings are expected, especially in coastal areas like Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Rivers, Delta, and Bayelsa.Heavy rain showers will hit Oyo, Ondo, Ekiti, Osun, Ogun, Imo, Abia, Edo, Ebonyi, Enugu, and the entire coastal region by afternoon and evening. Similar patterns will continue through Wednesday. The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Kogi, Niger, Benue, Plateau, and Nasarawa are set for isolated storms and rain on Monday, with more expected across the region through Wednesday. NiMet advises everyone to be careful during this period, especially in areas that often get thunderstorms. The agency warns that strong winds may come before the rain starts. Residents should secure loose items to prevent damage or injury, unplug electrical appliances during heavy rain, and avoid driving when the rain is intense. People are also told to stay away from tall trees to avoid falling branches. Airline operators are encouraged to get airport-specific weather updates from NiMet before planning flights to ensure safety. A NiMet spokesperson said, “We urge Nigerians to take these warnings seriously and follow safety guidelines to protect lives and property.” With the rainy season in full swing, NiMet’s warnings are a reminder for everyone to stay alert and take simple steps to stay safe. More updates are expected if weather conditions change.
NiMet issues flash flood alert for Akwa Ibom and 13 other Nigerian states
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has raised a flash flood warning for Akwa Ibom and 13 additional states as the rainy season intensifies across the country. Akwa Ibom is currently facing the highest risk, particularly in urban and low-lying areas, according to NiMet’s alert released on June 14, 2025. Other states under threat include Sokoto, Bayelsa, Zamfara, Plateau, Yobe, Bauchi, Abia, Nasarawa, Benue, Ogun, Ekiti, Delta, and Rivers. The agency noted that localized flooding has already been reported in several communities due to heavy rains, poor drainage, and blocked waterways. NiMet urged residents to take precautionary steps such as clearing gutters and canals, avoiding floodwaters, relocating from flood-prone zones when necessary, and preparing emergency kits with essentials like water, food, and medications. They also advised turning off electricity and gas during floods to prevent accidents and staying updated through official weather channels. The agency’s forecast predicts widespread thunderstorms and rainfall from June 14 to June 16 which was previously reported by Dailytech Nigeria, affecting many parts of Nigeria, with early morning and afternoon storms expected in northern and central regions. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and heed NiMet’s safety advice to mitigate the risks posed by the ongoing rainy season.
NiMet forecasts three days of thunderstorms and rainfall across Nigeria
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather alert prltyjxvqedicting thunderstorms and rainfall across most parts of Nigeria from Sunday, June 9, through Tuesday, June 11, 2025. According to NiMet’s outlook released Saturday in Abuja, heavy downpours are expected to start the week, affecting the North, North-Central, and Southern regions of the country. Afternoon and evening thunderstorms with rain are forecast over states including Taraba, Adamawa, Katsina, Kano, Zamfara, Kaduna, Jigawa, Borno, Gombe, and Bauchi. In the North-Central region, cloudy mornings will give way to thunderstorms and rain over the Federal Capital Territory, Niger, Nasarawa, Kwara, Kogi, Benue, and Plateau States. Southern states such as Oyo, Ogun, Ondo, Ebonyi, Ekiti, Edo, Abia, Imo, Enugu, Anambra, Lagos, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Rivers, Delta, and Bayelsa will experience morning cloudiness followed by rain showers later in the day. Monday will see morning thunderstorms in Sokoto, Zamfara, and Bauchi, with more widespread activity later. The North-Central region will have morning rains over the FCT, Niger, Kogi, and Nasarawa, with afternoon thunderstorms in Plateau, Kwara, Nasarawa, Niger, Kogi, and Benue. Southern coastal states including Cross River, Rivers, Bayelsa, and Akwa Ibom can expect morning showers. On Tuesday, isolated thunderstorms with moderate rain are forecast for Zamfara and Kaduna in the morning. NiMet advises residents to secure loose objects, avoid driving in heavy rain, disconnect electrical appliances during storms, and stay clear of tall trees to prevent injury from falling branches. The agency urges the public to stay updated through official NiMet weather reports. For the aviation sector, NiMet recommends airline operators obtain airport-specific weather information to plan operations effectively. NiMet, established under the 2003 Act, is Nigeria’s official weather and climate service provider. It collects atmospheric data and issues forecasts and warnings to support agriculture, aviation, disaster management, and public safety nationwide. Residents are encouraged to heed these warnings to stay safe during the forecasted weather events.