The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has released an updated weather forecast for Sunday, June 7, 2026, warning of thunderstorms and rainfall across several parts of the country.
According to the agency, weather conditions will vary across regions, with sunny mornings expected in parts of the North, cloudy conditions in the North-Central region, and widespread rainfall anticipated in the South.
Northern States Forecast
Morning Outlook
Sunny skies with patches of clouds are expected across much of the region. Light rainfall and isolated thunderstorms may occur in parts of Adamawa and Taraba states.
Afternoon and Evening Outlook
Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall are expected in parts of Southern Borno, Yobe, Jigawa, Adamawa, Taraba, Gombe, Bauchi, Kano, Kaduna, Katsina, and Zamfara states.
While daytime temperatures are expected to remain warm, thunderstorms later in the day may bring lightning, strong winds, and moderate rainfall.
North-Central States Forecast
Morning Outlook
Cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine are expected. Benue State may experience light rainfall and isolated thunderstorms.
Afternoon and Evening Outlook
Thunderstorms with moderate rainfall are forecast in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nasarawa, Niger, Kwara, Plateau, Benue, and Kogi states.
NiMet warned that moisture build-up and afternoon heating could trigger thunderstorms, while areas with poor drainage may experience localized flooding.
Southern States Forecast
Morning Outlook
Cloudy conditions with isolated rainfall are expected in Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Imo, Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River states.
Afternoon and Evening Outlook
Thunderstorms with moderate rainfall are expected across most parts of the Southern region.
Heavy rainfall may reduce visibility and create slippery road conditions, posing risks to motorists and commuters.
NiMet Advisory
The agency urged residents and stakeholders to take necessary precautions as weather conditions deteriorate during the day.
NiMet advised that:
Strong winds may precede thunderstorms, and residents should secure loose objects.
People should avoid taking shelter under trees during storms.
Residents should stay away from exposed electrical installations during lightning activity.
Communities in flood-prone areas should remain alert for possible localized flooding.
Motorists should drive carefully due to poor visibility and slippery roads.
Airlines and airspace operators should obtain airport-specific weather information for safe flight planning.
NiMet emphasized the importance of staying alert and weather-aware as thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, lightning, and gusty winds are expected across several parts of the country.
The agency encouraged Nigerians to remain vigilant and follow weather updates throughout the day.
