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The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) came into existence by an Act of the National Assembly – NiMet (Establishment) ACT 2003, enacted on the 21st of May 2003, and became
effective on the 19th of June 2003 following Presidential assent. It is a Federal Government agency charged with the responsibility to advise the Federal Government on all aspects of meteorology; project, prepare and interpr

et government policy in the field of meteorology; and to
issue weather (and climate) forecasts for the safe operations of
aircrafts, ocean going vessels and oil rigs. The Act also makes it the responsibility of the Agency to observe, collate, collect, process and disseminate all meteorological data and information within and outside; co-ordinate research activities among staff, and publish scientific papers in the various branches
of meteorology in support of sustainable socio-economic activities
in Nigeria.

05/09/2026

⛈️ ⚠️ WEATHER ALERT – 5 SEPTEMBER 2026
⏰ Valid: 20:26 LT, 5 September – 02:26 LT, 6 September 2026
📍 NiMet Advisory | Stay Weather-Smart, Stay Ahead

Severe thunderstorm cells are currently observed over parts of 📍Kaduna 📍Federal Capital Territory (FCT) 📍Kwara 📍Ekiti 📍Taraba 📍Niger

⛈️ Outlook – Next 1–6 Hours

Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall and strong winds are expected to affect parts of:

📍 Kogi 📍 Niger 📍 Kaduna 📍 Nasarawa 📍 FCT 📍 Kwara 📍 Ekiti 📍 Benue 📍 Cross River 📍 Akwa Ibom 📍 Rivers 📍 Ebonyi 📍 Oyo 📍 Kebbi 📍 Sokoto 📍 Zamfara 📍 Katsina 📍 Osun 📍 Ondo 📍 Ogun 📍 Lagos 📍 Abia 📍 Imo 📍 Enugu

⚠️ Possible Impacts

• 🌬️ Strong winds may precede thunderstorms and could displace unsecured objects.
• 🌊 Localised flash flooding may occur in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
• 🌧️ Moderate rainfall may cause reduced visibility and difficult driving conditions.
• ⚡ Thunderstorms may be accompanied by lightning, posing risks to people and property.
• 🌳 Strong winds may result in falling tree branches or damage to weak structures.
• ✈️ Adverse weather conditions may affect aviation operations.

✅ Safety Advisory

• 🔒 Secure loose outdoor objects before the thunderstorms arrive.
• 🚫 Avoid walking or driving through flooded roads and fast-flowing water.
• 🚗 Motorists should reduce speed and exercise caution during thunderstorms and rainfall.
• ⚡ Avoid open spaces and disconnect electrical appliances from power sockets during thunderstorms where necessary.
• 🌳 Stay away from tall trees and weak structures during strong winds and thunderstorms.
• ✈️ Airline operators are advised to obtain airport-specific weather reports and flight documentation from NiMet for effective operational planning.
• 📡 Residents should continue to monitor official NiMet weather updates and take necessary precautions.

🗣️ “Stay alert, stay informed and take early action. Early Warning, Early Action.”

05/09/2026

🌦️ DAILY WEATHER OUTLOOK
Valid for: Sunday, 6th September 2026 (00:00 – 23:59)
📍 NiMet Forecast | Stay Weather-Smart, Stay Ahead

🌍 Northern States: Morning Thunderstorms, Moderate Rain Later

⛈️ Morning: Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall are expected over parts of Adamawa, Kebbi, Zamfara, Katsina, Kaduna, Sokoto, and Taraba States.

⛈️ Afternoon/Evening: Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall are expected over most parts of the Northern States.

🌄 Central States: Morning Thunderstorms, Moderate Rain Later

🌥️ Morning: Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall are anticipated over parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Niger, Plateau, Nasarawa, and Kwara States.

⛈️ Afternoon/Evening: Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall are expected over most parts of the Central States.

🌊 Southern States: Light Rain Throughout the Day

🌧️ Morning: Cloudy skies are expected, with light rainfall over parts of Lagos, Ogun, Cross River, and Akwa Ibom States.

🌧️ Afternoon/Evening: Light rainfall is expected over parts of the South-East, South-South, and South-West.

📢 Advisory

⚡ The public should avoid open spaces, seek safe shelter, and disconnect electrical appliances where necessary during thunderstorms.

🌧️ Moderate rainfall, particularly across the Northern and Central States, may lead to temporary water accumulation and localised flooding in low-lying and poorly drained areas.

🚗 Motorists are advised to exercise caution during thunderstorms and rainfall due to reduced visibility and slippery roads, and to avoid driving or walking through flooded roads.

✈️ Airline operators are advised to obtain airport-specific weather briefings from NiMet for safe flight planning.

🎥 Detailed video forecast: [https://youtu.be/po7qJdlR1Mg?si=2Ib4OmtpCzZndvDy

📡 Stay updated with NiMet’s weather information via the official website www.nimet.gov.ng and verified communication channels.

04/09/2026

🌦️ DAILY WEATHER OUTLOOK
Valid for: Saturday, 5th September 2026 (00:00 – 23:59)
📍 NiMet Forecast | Stay Weather-Smart, Stay Ahead

🌍 Northern States: Morning Thunderstorms, Light Rain Later

⛈️ Morning: Cloudy conditions are anticipated, with thunderstorms accompanied by light rainfall over parts of Adamawa, Kebbi, Zamfara, Katsina, Sokoto, and Taraba States.

⛈️ Afternoon/Evening: Thunderstorms accompanied by light rainfall are expected over most parts of the Northern States.

🌄 Central States: Morning Thunderstorms, Moderate Rain Later

🌥️ Morning: Cloudy conditions are anticipated, with thunderstorms accompanied by light rainfall over parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Niger, Nasarawa, and Kwara States.

⛈️ Afternoon/Evening: Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall are expected over most parts of the Central States.

🌊 Southern States: Light Rain Throughout the Day

🌧️ Morning: Cloudy skies are expected, with light rainfall over parts of Lagos, Oyo, Ondo, Ogun, Rivers, Cross River, and Akwa Ibom States.

🌧️ Afternoon/Evening: Light rainfall is expected over parts of the South-East, South-South, Ogun, Lagos, Osun, Ondo, and Oyo States.

📢 Advisory

⚡ The public should avoid open spaces, seek safe shelter, and disconnect electrical appliances where necessary during thunderstorms.

🌧️ Moderate rainfall, particularly over the Central States, may lead to temporary water accumulation and localised flooding in low-lying and poorly drained areas.

🚗 Motorists are advised to exercise caution during thunderstorms and rainfall due to reduced visibility and slippery roads, and to avoid driving or walking through flooded roads.

✈️ Airline operators are advised to obtain airport-specific weather briefings from NiMet for safe flight planning.

🎥 Detailed video forecast: https://youtu.be/MLLXtsxzADw?si=3epcuTQ3U88elqro

📡 Stay updated with NiMet’s weather information via the official website www.nimet.gov.ng and verified communication channels.

03/09/2026

🌦️ DAILY WEATHER OUTLOOK
Valid for: Friday, 4th September 2026 (00:00 – 23:59)
📍 NiMet Forecast | Stay Weather-Smart, Stay Ahead

🌍 Northern States: Morning Thunderstorms, Moderate Rain Later

⛈️ Morning: Cloudy conditions are anticipated, with thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall over parts of Adamawa, Taraba, and Kebbi States.

⛈️ Afternoon/Evening: Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall are expected over parts of Borno, Adamawa, Taraba, Kano, Katsina, Sokoto, Kaduna, Gombe, Kebbi, Zamfara, and Bauchi States.

🌄 Central States: Morning Thunderstorms, Moderate Rain Later

🌥️ Morning: Cloudy conditions are anticipated, with thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall over parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Niger, Plateau, Nasarawa, and Benue States.

⛈️ Afternoon/Evening: Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall are expected over most parts of the Central States.

🌊 Southern States: Light Morning Rain, Moderate Rain Later

🌧️ Morning: Cloudy skies are expected, with light rainfall over parts of Ebonyi, Abia, Oyo, Ondo, Ogun, Rivers, Cross River, and Akwa Ibom States.

🌧️ Afternoon/Evening: Moderate rainfall is expected over parts of the South-East, South-South, Ogun, Osun, Ondo, and Oyo States.

📢 Advisory

⚡ The public should avoid open spaces, seek safe shelter, and disconnect electrical appliances where necessary during thunderstorms.
🌧️ Moderate rainfall may lead to temporary water accumulation and localised flooding in low-lying and poorly drained areas.
🚗 Motorists are advised to exercise caution during thunderstorms and rainfall due to reduced visibility and slippery roads, and to avoid driving or walking through flooded roads.
✈️ Airline operators are advised to obtain airport-specific weather briefings from NiMet for safe flight planning.

🎥 Detailed video forecast: https://youtu.be/wznlS4tOs1g?si=peZIdlD8LrOppvpo

📡 Stay updated with NiMet’s weather information via the official website www.nimet.gov.ng and verified communication channels.

03/09/2026

⛈️ ⚠️ WEATHER ALERT – 3 SEPTEMBER 2026
⏰ Valid: 17:20–23:00 LT
📍 NiMet Advisory | Stay Weather-Smart, Stay Ahead

Active severe thunderstorm cells are currently observed over parts of 📍Yobe 📍Gombe 📍Borno 📍Adamawa 📍Taraba 📍Federal Capital Territory (FCT) 📍Kaduna

⛈️ Outlook – Next 1–6 Hours

Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall and strong winds are expected to move westward, affecting parts of:

📍 Bauchi 📍 Plateau 📍 Taraba 📍 Adamawa 📍 Gombe 📍 Kaduna 📍 Niger 📍 Kwara 📍 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) 📍 Kogi 📍 Benue 📍 Enugu 📍 Ebonyi 📍 Anambra 📍 Imo 📍 Abia 📍 Cross River

⚠️ Possible Impacts

• 🌬️ Strong winds may precede thunderstorms and could displace unsecured objects.
• 🌊 Localised flooding may occur in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
• 🌧️ Moderate rainfall may reduce visibility and create difficult driving conditions.
• ⚡ Thunderstorms may be accompanied by lightning, posing risks to people and property.
• 🌳 Strong winds may cause falling branches or damage to weak structures.
• ✈️ Adverse weather conditions may affect aviation operations.

✅ Safety Advisory

• 🔒 Secure loose outdoor objects before thunderstorms arrive.
• 🚫 Avoid walking or driving through flooded roads and fast-flowing water.
• 🚗 Motorists should reduce speed and exercise caution during rainfall.
• ⚡ Disconnect electrical appliances from power sockets during thunderstorms where necessary.
• 🌳 Stay away from tall trees, open spaces and weak structures during thunderstorms and strong winds.
• ✈️ Airline operators should obtain airport-specific weather reports and flight documentation from NiMet for effective operational planning.
• 📡 Residents should continue to monitor official NiMet weather updates and take necessary precautions.

🗣️ “Stay alert, stay informed and take early action. Early Warning, Early Action.”

02/09/2026

🌦️ DAILY WEATHER OUTLOOK
Valid for: Thursday, 3rd September 2026 (00:00 – 23:59)
📍 NiMet Forecast | Stay Weather-Smart, Stay Ahead

🌍 Northern States: Morning Thunderstorms, Light Rain Later

⛈️ Morning: Cloudy conditions are anticipated, with thunderstorms accompanied by light rainfall over parts of Adamawa, Kebbi, Sokoto, Zamfara, and Taraba States.

⛈️ Afternoon/Evening: Thunderstorms accompanied by light rainfall are expected over parts of Sokoto, Kaduna, Kebbi, Borno, Zamfara, and the North-Eastern States.

🌄 Central States: Morning Thunderstorms, Moderate Rain Later

🌥️ Morning: Cloudy conditions are anticipated, with thunderstorms accompanied by light rainfall over parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Benue, Niger, and Kwara States.

⛈️ Afternoon/Evening: Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall are expected over most parts of the Central States.

🌊 Southern States: Light Rain Throughout the Day

🌧️ Morning: Cloudy skies are expected, with light rainfall over parts of Ebonyi, Abia, Rivers, Cross River, and Akwa Ibom States.

🌧️ Afternoon/Evening: Light rainfall is expected across the Southern States.

📢 Advisory

⚡ The public should avoid open spaces, seek safe shelter, and disconnect electrical appliances where necessary during thunderstorms.
🌧️ Moderate rainfall may lead to temporary water accumulation in low-lying and poorly drained areas.
🚗 Motorists are advised to exercise caution during thunderstorms and rainfall due to reduced visibility and slippery roads, and to avoid driving or walking through flooded roads.
✈️ Airline operators are advised to obtain airport-specific weather briefings from NiMet for safe flight planning.

🎥 Detailed video forecast: https://youtu.be/HOcHJHjbcKA?si=Hlbnw7BLgRrqw7_P

📡 Stay updated with NiMet’s weather information via the official website www.nimet.gov.ng and verified communication channels.

02/09/2026

⛈️ ⚠️ WEATHER ALERT – 2 SEPTEMBER 2026
⏰ Valid: 16:00–22:00 LT
📍 NiMet Advisory | Stay Weather-Smart, Stay Ahead

Active severe thunderstorm cells are currently observed over parts of 📍Yobe 📍Bauchi 📍Kano 📍Kaduna

⛈️ Outlook – Next 1–6 Hours

Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall and strong winds are expected to move westward, affecting parts of:

📍 Niger 📍 Kaduna 📍 Nasarawa 📍 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) 📍 Kebbi 📍 Zamfara 📍 Sokoto 📍 Katsina 📍 Kwara

⚠️ Possible Impacts

• 🌬️ Strong winds may precede thunderstorms and could displace unsecured objects.
• 🌊 Localised flooding may occur in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
• 🌧️ Moderate rainfall may reduce visibility and create difficult driving conditions.
• ⚡ Thunderstorms may be accompanied by lightning, posing risks to people and property.
• 🌳 Strong winds may cause falling branches or damage to weak structures.
• ✈️ Adverse weather conditions may affect aviation operations.

✅ Safety Advisory

• 🔒 Secure loose outdoor objects before thunderstorms arrive.
• 🚫 Avoid walking or driving through flooded roads and fast-flowing water.
• 🚗 Motorists should reduce speed and exercise caution during rainfall.
• ⚡ Disconnect electrical appliances from power sockets during thunderstorms where necessary.
• 🌳 Stay away from tall trees and weak structures during thunderstorms and strong winds.
• ✈️ Airline operators should obtain airport-specific weather reports and flight documentation from NiMet for effective operational planning.
• 📡 Residents should continue to monitor official NiMet weather updates and take necessary precautions.

🗣️ “Stay alert, stay informed and take early action. Early Warning, Early Action.”

01/09/2026

🌦️ DAILY WEATHER OUTLOOK
Valid for: Wednesday, 2nd September 2026 (00:00 – 23:59)
📍 NiMet Forecast | Stay Weather-Smart, Stay Ahead

🌍 Northern States: Morning Thunderstorms, Moderate Rain Later

⛈️ Morning: Cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine are anticipated, with thunderstorms accompanied by light rainfall over parts of Kaduna, Gombe, Bauchi, Yobe, Kebbi, Sokoto, Zamfara, Borno, Adamawa, and Taraba States.

⛈️ Afternoon/Evening: Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall are expected over parts of Sokoto, Zamfara, Kebbi, Kaduna, Katsina, Borno, Adamawa, and Taraba States.

🌄 Central States: Morning Thunderstorms, Moderate Rain Later

🌥️ Morning: Cloudy conditions are anticipated, with thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall over parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Benue, Niger, Kogi, and Kwara States.

⛈️ Afternoon/Evening: Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall are expected over most parts of the Central States.

🌊 Southern States: Light to Moderate Morning Rain, Light Rain Later

🌧️ Morning: Cloudy skies are expected, with light rainfall over parts of Rivers, Cross River, Bayelsa, Delta, Edo, Akwa Ibom, and the South-Western States.

🌧️ Afternoon/Evening: Light rainfall is expected across the Southern States.

📢 Advisory

⚡ The public should avoid open spaces, seek safe shelter, and disconnect electrical appliances where necessary during thunderstorms.
🌧️ Moderate rainfall may lead to temporary water accumulation in low-lying and poorly drained areas.
🚗 Motorists are advised to exercise caution during thunderstorms and rainfall due to reduced visibility and slippery roads, and to avoid driving or walking through flooded roads.
✈️ Airline operators are advised to obtain airport-specific weather briefings from NiMet for safe flight planning.

🎥 Detailed video forecast: https://youtu.be/LUwYuHrORrk?si=tgJ1Q5NpeSxz0dzf

📡 Stay updated with NiMet’s weather information via the official website www.nimet.gov.ng and verified communication channels.

01/09/2026

⛈️ ⚠️ WEATHER ALERT – 1 SEPTEMBER 2026
⏰ Valid: 17:40–23:40 LT
📍 NiMet Advisory | Stay Weather-Smart, Stay Ahead

Active severe thunderstorm cells are currently observed over parts of 📍North-East 📍Plateau 📍Kaduna 📍Nasarawa 📍Federal Capital Territory (FCT) 📍Niger

⛈️ Outlook – Next 1–6 Hours

Thunderstorms accompanied by heavy rainfall and strong winds are expected to affect parts of:

📍 Kogi 📍 Niger 📍 Kaduna 📍 Nasarawa 📍 FCT 📍 Kwara 📍 Ekiti 📍 Benue 📍 Cross River 📍 Akwa Ibom 📍 Rivers 📍 Ebonyi 📍 Abia 📍 Imo 📍 Enugu

🌊 ⚠️ High Flash Flood Risk

High chances of flash flooding are expected, especially over parts of:

📍 FCT 📍 Niger 📍 Kaduna 📍 Kogi 📍 Kwara 📍 Nasarawa 📍 Akwa Ibom 📍 Cross River

⚠️ Possible Impacts

• 🌬️ Strong winds may precede thunderstorms and could displace unsecured objects.
• 🌊 Flash flooding may occur in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
• 🌧️ Heavy rainfall may reduce visibility and create difficult driving conditions.
• ⚡ Thunderstorms may be accompanied by lightning, posing risks to people and property.
• 🌳 Strong winds may cause falling branches or damage to weak structures.
• ✈️ Adverse weather conditions may affect aviation operations.

✅ Safety Advisory

• 🔒 Secure loose outdoor objects before thunderstorms arrive.
• 🚫 Avoid walking or driving through flooded roads and fast-flowing water.
• 🚗 Motorists should reduce speed and exercise caution during rainfall.
• ⚡ Disconnect electrical appliances from power sockets during thunderstorms where necessary.
• 🌳 Stay away from tall trees and weak structures during thunderstorms and strong winds.
• 🌾 Farmers should avoid applying fertilizers and pesticides immediately before rainfall.
• ✈️ Airline operators should obtain airport-specific weather reports and flight documentation from NiMet for effective operational planning.
• 📡 Residents should continue to monitor official NiMet weather updates and take necessary precautions.

🗣️ “Stay alert, stay informed and take early action. Early Warning, Early Action.”

01/09/2026

🌧️⚠️ PROBABLE FLASH FLOOD RISK ALERT – 1ST DEKAD OF SEPTEMBER 2026 (1–10 SEPTEMBER)
📍 NiMet Advisory | Stay Weather-Smart, Stay Ahead

The outlook highlights areas at risk of flash flooding, taking into account expected rainfall, ground saturation, drainage, terrain, and dam-related concerns. Heavy rain, especially when the ground is already moist, can cause water levels to rise quickly, raising the flood risk.
The Outlook provides early warnings to help communities prepare, respond swiftly, and reduce flood impacts.

⚠️ Areas with Potential Risk of Flash Flooding
📍 Taraba📍 Nasarawa📍 Benue📍 Adamawa
📍 Kogi📍 Ogun📍 Lagos📍 Edo
📍 Anambra📍 Cross River📍 Akwa Ibom

⚠️ Possible Impacts

• 🚗 Traffic congestion, road closures, and transport disruptions.
• 🌧️ Reduced visibility during heavy rainfall, affecting motorists and aviation operations.
• ⚡ Temporary interruptions to electricity and telecommunications services.
• 🌊 Localized flash flooding in flood-prone, low-lying, urban, and riverside communities.
• 🌾 Waterlogging of farmlands, with possible damage to crops and livestock.
• 🦠 Increased risk of waterborne diseases due to stagnant floodwaters.
• 🛣️ Damage to roads, bridges, drainage systems, and other critical infrastructure.

✅ Safety Advisory

• 📡 Follow weather forecasts and flood advisories issued by NiMet and relevant emergency management agencies.
• 🚫 Avoid walking or driving through flooded roads, bridges, or fast-flowing water.
• 🧹 Keep drains, culverts, and waterways clear to allow the free flow of water.
• 🏠 Residents in floodplains, riverbanks, low-lying and poorly drained areas should remain alert and move to safer locations when necessary.
• 🚨 Emergency management agencies should heighten surveillance, pre-position response teams, and maintain emergency preparedness.
• 🌾 Farmers should improve farm drainage and move livestock, machinery, and harvested produce away from flood-prone areas.
• 📢 Authorities should prioritize identified risk zones for impact-based monitoring, public sensitization, and rapid dissemination of warnings.

• ⚠️ Preparedness should be maintained even in areas with lower flood probability, as flash flooding can develop rapidly during intense rainfall.

🗣️ “An informed community is a prepared community. Early Warning, Early Action.”

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