Nigerians should prepare for dusty skies, thunderstorms and rainfall as the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) releases its weather forecast for Friday through Sunday.
The forecast warns of hazy conditions in northern states, while several parts of southern Nigeria could experience moderate rainfall.
NiMet has also urged residents to take precautions against strong winds, falling tree branches and electrical hazards during thunderstorms.
In its weather outlook released in Abuja on Thursday, the agency predicted slight dust haze across much of northern Nigeria.
Moderate haze is expected in parts of Kano, Jigawa, Bauchi and Kaduna States.
On Friday, isolated thunderstorms with light rain could affect parts of Taraba State later in the day.
For the North-Central region, NiMet forecast sunny skies with patches of clouds. Kogi, Kwara, the Federal Capital Territory and Benue could experience thunderstorms and light rain later.
Southern states are expected to have cloudy skies, with possible morning showers in parts of Delta and Bayelsa.
Later, moderate rainfall is forecast across parts of Ondo, Ogun, Osun and Ekiti, alongside the South-East and South-South.
On Saturday, northern Nigeria is expected to remain sunny and hazy.
The North-Central region could experience isolated thunderstorms and light rain in parts of Kogi, Kwara and Benue.
Meanwhile, most southern areas could experience thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall later in the day.
For Sunday, NiMet expects slight dust haze across much of the North. The North-Central region should experience sunny skies with patches of clouds.
In the South, morning cloud cover could give way to light rain in parts of Imo, Abia and Anambra. Some areas in the South-West and South-South may also experience rainfall later.
The agency advised people with asthma and other breathing conditions to protect themselves from suspended dust particles.
It also warned that strong winds could occur before thunderstorms. Residents should secure loose objects and avoid standing under tall trees.
NiMet further advised the public to disconnect electrical appliances during thunderstorms.
“Airline operators are advised to obtain airport-specific weather reports (flight documentation) from NiMet for effective planning of their operations.
“Residents are to stay informed through weather updates on NiMet’s website,” it said.
The public is encouraged to follow official weather updates and take precautions throughout the forecast period.
