NIMET FORECASTS THREE DAYS OF SUNSHINE, CLOUDINESS STARTING MONDAY

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By: Sefiu Ajape

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has projected a combination of sunny and cloudy conditions nationwide from Monday through Wednesday.

In its weather outlook issued on Sunday in Abuja, the agency indicated that the northern region will experience mostly sunny and cloudy skies throughout the forecast period. NiMet noted that these weather conditions are expected to remain consistent across the region during the three days.

For the southern part of the country, NiMet forecasts predominantly sunny weather with cloud patches, as well as the possibility of isolated thunderstorms accompanied by light rainfall in parts of Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River states later in the day.

“For Tuesday, sunny and hazy skies are expected over the northern and central regions during the forecast period, while sunny skies with patches of clouds are anticipated over the southern region.

“Chances of thunderstorms with light rain are expected over parts of Ogun, Lagos, Rivers, Bayelsa, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River states during the morning hours.

“Later in the day, thunderstorms are anticipated over parts of Ondo, Ogun, Imo, Delta, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Rivers and Bayelsa states,” the agency said.

NiMet further stated that on Wednesday morning, the northern region is likely to experience sunny and hazy conditions, with dust haze expected to develop in the afternoon and evening.

According to the agency, the central region will witness sunny and hazy skies throughout the day. In the southern region, cloudy conditions with periods of sunshine are anticipated in the morning, along with isolated thunderstorms and light rain over parts of Anambra, Imo, Abia, Edo, Bayelsa, Delta, Cross River, Akwa Ibom and Rivers states.

“Dust particles are in suspension over the North-Central region; the public should take necessary precautions.

“NiMet advises people with asthmatic conditions and other respiratory issues to take heed of the prevailing weather conditions.

“Driving under rain should be done with caution. Airline operators are advised to obtain airport-specific weather reports (flight documentation) from NiMet for effective planning of their operations.

“Residents are advised to stay informed through weather updates from NiMet,” the agency said.