‎NiMet forecasts 3-day rainy, sunny weather conditions nationwide

‎‎NiMet envisaged sunny skies on Tuesday over the northern region during the morning hours.

‎According to the agency, there are prospects of thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rains over parts of Kaduna, Adamawa and Taraba States during the afternoon in the evening hours.

‎‎The agency predicted a cloudy atmosphere in the North central region with intervals of sunshine anticipated over the region in the morning hours.‎

“There are prospects of thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rains over parts of Benue, the Federal Capital Territory, Kogi, Nasarawa and Plateau States during the afternoon/evening hours.

‎‎” For the southern region, cloudy atmosphere is anticipated over the region during the morning hours with chances of isolated thunderstorms accompanied by light rains over parts of Enugu, Imo, Rivers, Delta, Bayelsa, Cross-River and Akwa-Ibom States.

‎‎”There are prospects of isolated thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rains over parts of Bayelsa, Rivers, Delta, Cross River and Akwa Ibom States during the afternoon or evening hours,” it said.

‎‎NiMet forecast sunny skies over the northern region on Wednesday during the morning hours.

‎‎It anticipated chances of thunderstorms with rain or without rain over parts of Borno, Gombe, Taraba and Adamawa States.

‎‎The agency predicted isolated thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rains over parts of Kaduna, Gombe, Bauchi, Taraba and Adamawa states later in the day.

NiMet forecast the cloudy atmosphere in the North central region with intervals of sunshine anticipated over the North central region during the morning hours.

‎‎“There are prospects of isolated thunderstorms with moderate rains over parts of Plateau, Nasarawa, Kogi, Niger, Benue and the Federal Capital Territory during the afternoon or evening hours.

‎‎“For the southern region, cloudy atmosphere with intervals of sunshine is anticipated over the region during the morning hours.

‎“Later in the day, thunderstorms with moderate rains are expected over the entire southern region,” it said.

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‎‎NiMet urged the public to take adequate precaution and ensure that loose objects are fastened to avoid collision as strong winds may precede the rains in areas where thunderstorms are likely to occur.

‎‎According to the agency, driving under heavy rain should be avoided with disconnecting electrical appliances from electrical sockets.

‎“Residents are advised to stay away from tall trees to avoid impact from falling branches and broken trees.

“Airline operators are advised to get airport-specific weather reports (flight documentation) from NiMet for effective planning in their operations.

‎‎“Temperatures are expected to remain high causing thermal discomfort. The public is advised to wear breathable clothing, stay in a well-ventilated environment and stay hydrated.

‎“Residents are advised to stay informed through weather updates from NiMet by visiting our website www.nimet.gov.ng,” it said.

(NAN)