NiMet Forecasts Thunderstorms, Moderate Rains for Wednesday

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast thunderstorms and moderate rainfall across several parts of the country for Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

In its daily weather outlook released on Tuesday, the agency detailed regional forecasts. For the northern region, it predicted, “Sunny skies are expected over most parts… during the morning hours, while sunny conditions are likely to persist across the region with slim chances of isolated thunderstorms over the southern parts of Taraba State later in the day.”

In the central states, NiMet anticipated “sunny skies with patches of clouds” in the morning, giving way to “isolated thunderstorms with moderate rains over parts of Kogi, Kwara, Benue, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and Nasarawa States later in the day.”

For the southern region, the forecast indicated a “cloudy atmosphere with light rains and thunderstorms likely over parts of Edo, Ogun, Ondo, Ebonyi, Cross River, Rivers, Lagos, and Akwa Ibom States” in the morning. Thunderstorms with moderate rains are also “anticipated over most parts of the southern region during the afternoon and evening hours,” the agency noted.

The agency urged the public to take precautions against potential weather hazards, cautioning that the rainfall could lead to slippery roads and flooding in some areas.

“Residents are advised to exercise caution during rainfall to prevent slips and avoid flood-prone areas,” NiMet said.

Motorists were also advised to “drive carefully due to possible reduced visibility and slippery road surfaces during rainfall events.” Airline operators were encouraged to obtain updated weather reports for effective flight planning.

The public was further encouraged to stay informed through the agency’s daily updates for timely guidance.