NiMet forecasts sunshine, haziness from Saturday

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast sunny and hazy conditions across Nigeria from Saturday to Monday, February 24, 2025.

Nimet made this known via its weather outlook released on Friday, February 21.

The agency forecast sunny skies with hazy conditions in the northern region, along with localised thunderstorms in some central and southern states.

It also predicted that Saturday would see sunny and hazy skies in the northern region.

NiMet said: “The North Central will experience sunny weather with patches of clouds, while localised thunderstorms are expected later in the day over parts of Kwara and Kogi States.

“In the southern regions, cloudy skies with occasional sunshine are expected over the inland states and coastal areas, with morning thunderstorms forecast for Lagos, Edo, and Delta States.

“Localised thunderstorms are also expected in the afternoon and evening across several southern states, including Ondo, Ogun, Edo, Ebonyi, and others.”

On Sunday, NiMet forecast sunny and hazy conditions in the northern region.

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The agency stated: “The North Central will again experience sunny skies with patches of clouds, while localised thunderstorms are anticipated in parts of Nasarawa, Plateau, Kogi, Benue, and the Federal Capital Territory in the afternoon or evening.

“In southern Nigeria, cloudy skies with sunshine are expected in the morning, with local thunderstorms expected in the afternoon and evening across several states.”

For Monday, NiMet predicted more sunny skies in the northern region, with cloudy skies and occasional sunshine expected in the North Central.

It added: “Localised thunderstorms are anticipated in the afternoon and evening over parts of Kogi and Benue.

“In the south, morning conditions will be cloudy with sunshine, while localized thunderstorms are expected in the afternoon and evening over several states, including Lagos, Delta, and Cross River.”

NiMet urged the public to take necessary precautions, saying dust particles remain suspended in the atmosphere.

NiMet enjoined individuals with respiratory conditions, such as asthma, to exercise caution.

The agency said: “Strong winds may also precede thunderstorms, and the public is urged to adhere to safety advisories issued by relevant authorities.

“Additionally, airline operators are encouraged to consult NiMet for specific weather reports to ensure safe flight planning.

“For further updates, residents are advised to stay informed through NiMet’s official website at www.nimet.gov.ng.”

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