NiMet Forecasts Rain, Thunderstorms Nationwide August 27–29

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted widespread rain and thunderstorms across the country from Monday to Wednesday, August 27–29, 2025.

According to a forecast issued on Sunday, thunderstorms with moderate rainfall are expected on Monday morning in parts of Jigawa, Zamfara, Kano, Kaduna, Bauchi, Yobe, and Katsina, with rains later extending to Kebbi, Adamawa, and Taraba. NiMet warned of possible flash floods in Bauchi, Jigawa, Katsina, Kaduna, and Kano.

In the central states of Niger, Benue, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Plateau, and Nasarawa, cloudy skies with light to moderate rainfall are expected, with a high risk of flooding in parts of Plateau. Southern states including Ondo, Imo, Abia, Enugu, Ebonyi, Anambra, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Cross River, and Akwa Ibom will also experience light to moderate rains.

On Tuesday, sunny skies with patches of clouds are expected in northern states, while thunderstorms and rain persist in Adamawa, Taraba, and neighbouring areas. Central and southern regions will continue to witness moderate rainfall.

By Wednesday, the north will experience sunny mornings with thunderstorms later in the day, while the central states will see cloudy skies and moderate rains. Southern states, including Ebonyi, Akwa Ibom, Rivers, and Cross River, will record morning showers followed by moderate to heavy rainfall in the afternoon.

NiMet advised residents in flood-prone areas to activate emergency measures, avoid driving during heavy rains, secure loose objects, and take precautions against strong winds. It also urged the public to disconnect electrical appliances during storms and avoid sheltering under tall trees.

Airline operators were further advised to obtain airport-specific weather reports for safe planning.