The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather warning for much of the country, predicting thunderstorms and rain from Sunday to Tuesday. Buckle up for a soaking as we delve into the details.
Sunday's Showers:
Expect a splashy start to the week in the north. NiMet forecasts morning thunderstorms with rain drenching parts of Adamawa, Taraba, Borno, Kebbi, Kaduna, Gombe, and Yobe States. By afternoon, the entire northern region can expect a rumble of thunder and a good downpour. Meanwhile, the north-central region can anticipate rain showers in the morning. Later, moderate thunderstorms with rain are on the cards for parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Plateau, Benue, and Kogi states.
Monday's Monsoons:
The wet weather continues on Monday. Morning thunderstorms with rain are predicted to sweep across Kebbi, Sokoto, Bauchi, Kaduna, Borno, Taraba, and Katsina States. NiMet anticipates even more intense weather later in the day with moderate thunderstorms rolling over parts of Jigawa, Kebbi, Kaduna, Sokoto, Borno, Zamfara, Yobe, Adamawa, and Katsina States.
The south won't escape unscathed either. Intermittent rains are forecast for the morning in parts of Ondo, Ogun, Edo, Bayelsa, Cross River, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Delta states. NiMet predicts afternoon and evening showers in Osun, Oyo, Ekiti, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, Edo, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Rivers, and Bayelsa states.
Tuesday's Torrents:
Tuesday brings another round of morning thunderstorms. This time, Yobe, Adamawa, Borno, and Taraba States are in the firing line. Later in the day, the entire northern region can expect a bout of thunderstorms.
The south catches a slight break with rain forecast for parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Niger, and Kwara states. However, cloudy skies are predicted for most other southern regions.
NiMet warns of intermittent rain in the afternoon or evening over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Kwara, and Niger states.
Further south, the morning might bring rain to Edo, Delta, Imo, and Anambra States, while the rest of the region can expect cloudy skies. But don't relax for too long, as NiMet predicts more downpours later in the day across Ondo, Edo, Osun, Ekiti, Oyo, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Delta, and Bayelsa states.
NiMet urges everyone to take precautions during this wet spell. Strong winds often precede thunderstorms, so be prepared for blustery conditions. To avoid getting caught out, steer clear of flood-prone areas as heavy downpours may lead to urban flooding in major cities.
Stay informed! NiMet advises following weather updates from official sources. Public services and airlines are also encouraged to consult NiMet for the latest weather information to ensure smooth operations.
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