NiMet forecasts 3-day sunshine, cloudiness from Sunday

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted sunshine and cloudiness across the country from Sunday, November 3, to Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

NiMet made this known in its weather outlook released on Saturday, November 2.

The agency envisaged light dust haze on Sunday with localised visibility of 2km to 5km in the northern region.

According to NiMet, sunny skies with a few cloud of patches are expected during the forecast period.

It stated: “In the southern region, there are slim chances of isolated thunderstorms over parts of Cross River and Akwa Ibom States during the morning hours.

“There are prospects of thunderstorms along with moderate rains over parts of Ondo, Ogun, Oyo, Edo, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Akwa Ibom, Rivers, and Lagos States during the afternoon and evening hours.”

NiMet envisaged slight dust haze during the forecast period in the northern region on Monday.

According to NiMet, sunny skies with a few patches of clouds are anticipated during the forecast period in the North Central region.

It forecast the chances of thunderstorms with moderate rains over some coastal cities during the afternoon/evening hours in the southern region.

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The agency said: “For Tuesday, In the northern region, slight dust haze is anticipated throughout the forecast period.

“In the North Central region, sunny skies with few cloud patches are expected during the forecast period.

“In the southern region, partly cloudy conditions are expected with prospects of thunderstorms along with moderate rains over the coastal cities during the afternoon/evening hours.”

NiMet urged the public to take necessary precautions as dust particles are in suspension.

The agency enjoined people with asthmatic health condition and other respiratory issues to be cautious of the present weather condition.

It added: “Strong winds may precede the rains in areas where thunderstorms are likely to occur, public should take adequate precaution. Adhere to safety advisories issued by relevant authorities.

“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.”

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