By Paul Joseph
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast widespread thunderstorms and moderate rainfall across several parts of the country from Tuesday, June 9, to Thursday, June 11, 2026, urging residents and operators in key sectors to take necessary safety precautions.
According to a three-day weather outlook issued by the agency’s Central Forecast Office on Monday, northern states are expected to experience mostly sunny conditions with patches of cloud cover, alongside isolated morning thunderstorms and rainfall in some locations.
NiMet said afternoon and evening thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall are expected to affect parts of Kano, Jigawa, Borno, Kaduna, Gombe, Bauchi, Adamawa, Taraba, Kebbi, Zamfara, Yobe and Katsina states during the forecast period.
In the North-Central region, cloudy conditions with periods of sunshine are anticipated, while thunderstorms and moderate rainfall are likely to impact the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa, Niger, Kwara, Plateau, Benue and Kogi states, particularly during the afternoon and evening hours.
The agency also predicted predominantly cloudy weather across southern Nigeria, with isolated morning showers expected in parts of Rivers, Lagos, Akwa Ibom, Cross River and other coastal states. Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall are forecast to become more widespread across the region as the day progresses throughout the three-day period.
For Thursday, NiMet projected increased thunderstorm activity in parts of Ogun, Osun, Ondo, Enugu, Bayelsa, Delta, Lagos, Cross River, Rivers and Akwa Ibom states during the morning hours, with moderate rainfall expected to extend to Ebonyi, Imo, Abia and Edo states later in the day.
The agency warned that strong winds could precede thunderstorms in affected areas and advised residents to secure loose objects to prevent damage. Motorists were also cautioned against driving during heavy rainfall due to reduced visibility and heightened road safety risks.
NiMet further urged members of the public to disconnect electrical appliances during thunderstorms and avoid taking shelter under tall trees, which may be vulnerable to falling branches or collapse during severe weather conditions.
The agency advised airline operators to obtain airport-specific weather reports to support effective flight planning and operational safety, while encouraging residents to stay informed through its regular weather forecasts and advisories as conditions evolve nationwide.
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