The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted a mix of dust haze and scattered rainfall across various parts of Nigeria from Monday to Wednesday. According to the agency’s report, the northern region will see slight dust haze on Monday, with visibility limited to between 2 and 5 km. Similar hazy conditions are expected in North Central areas.
In southern Nigeria, inland regions will likely experience sunny skies with light haze, while Lagos, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River may have morning rains and thunderstorms. Thunderstorms are expected by afternoon in southern Ondo, Ogun, Lagos, Edo, and the coastal areas of Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Rivers, and Delta.
On Tuesday, slight dust haze will continue in the north and North Central, with hazy skies and some cloud patches expected in southern coastal areas. Wednesday’s forecast includes slight dust haze in the north and North Central, with hazy skies inland and potential thunderstorms in coastal regions later in the day.
NiMet advises the public, especially those with respiratory conditions, to exercise caution due to suspended dust particles and possible strong winds accompanying thunderstorms in affected regions.
