Nimet Issues Weather Alert: Thunderstorms And Heavy Rainfall Expected Across Nigeria This Week

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The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has released a fresh weather advisory warning of widespread thunderstorms and heavy rainfall across several regions of the country. According to the agency, this weather pattern is expected to span from Monday, July 8 to Wednesday, July 10, 2025.

In a detailed forecast bulletin published by NiMet, the agency highlighted that states across the North, Central, and South will be impacted, with possible disruption to transportation, flash floods in low-lying areas, and reduced visibility in affected regions.

Regions to Be Affected

Here’s a breakdown of the states and areas likely to experience significant weather activity:

• Monday, July 8:
  Morning thunderstorms are expected in Kebbi, Kano, Katsina, Sokoto, and Zamfara. Later in the day, more severe weather is forecasted to hit Adamawa, Borno, Taraba, Yobe, the FCT, Nasarawa, Niger, and Plateau.
  The Southern region, including parts of Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Enugu, Imo, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Rivers, and Taraba, may also see thunderstorms and heavy rains.

• Tuesday, July 9:
  Thunderstorms are projected in the morning hours in Bauchi, Gombe, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara.
  In the afternoon and evening, these conditions could extend to the FCT, Benue, Kogi, Nasarawa, Niger, Plateau, and southern states like Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, Imo, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, and Rivers.

• Wednesday, July 10:
  Rainfall and thunderstorms will likely continue in Borno, Taraba, Yobe, Adamawa, Bauchi, Gombe, and Kano in the early hours.
  As the day progresses, the storm systems may spread to the FCT, Nasarawa, Niger, Plateau, and much of the South, including Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Ekiti, Edo, Enugu, Imo, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, and Rivers.

NiMet’s Advisory to the Public

NiMet has called on residents and travelers to take necessary precautions, especially in areas prone to flooding and erosion. The agency also advised local authorities, disaster response teams, and emergency services to stay alert and ready to act swiftly should adverse conditions escalate.

The agency’s weather outlook emphasized that these weather events could lead to:

• Flooding of roads and settlements in low-lying areas

• Delayed travel and flight operations due to low visibility

• Disruptions in outdoor activities and construction

• Possible damage to infrastructure due to strong winds

Stay Informed, Stay Safe

NiMet continues to stress the importance of staying informed through official weather updates via radio, television, and verified online platforms. Farmers, transporters, and residents in rural and urban areas are encouraged to plan their activities around the forecast to avoid unnecessary risks.

This latest forecast is part of NiMet’s commitment to improving early warning systems and enhancing national preparedness for extreme weather events, especially during Nigeria’s rainy season.

Conclusion

With heavy rainfalls and thunderstorms forecasted across most parts of Nigeria in the coming days, NiMet's advisory should not be taken lightly. Whether you’re commuting, managing a business, or simply going about your daily routine, taking the necessary precautions could make a big difference.

Keep an eye on official updates, and remember — safety first.