The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) predicted a prolonged heatwave across Nigeria in the coming days......CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE>>>>>
In its weather outlook released on Wednesday, NiMet reported that maximum temperatures across the country were mostly between 38 – 40℃.
According to the Cable Newspaper, the agency stated that air temperatures were expected to remain within this range and slightly increase in some locations.
“Maximum temperature reports across the country as of Wednesday 19th February were mostly between 38 – 40℃,” the forecast read.
High temperatures recorded across Nigeria
The forecast revealed that temperatures reached 38℃ in Port Harcourt, Owerri, Enugu, Awka, Bida, Minna, Gusau, Iseyin, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). In Sokoto, Kebbi, Lokoja, Makurdi, Abakaliki, Ikom, Jalingo, and Yola, the temperature stood at 39℃. The highest recorded temperature was 40℃ in Yelwa.
Public advisory for heatwave
NiMet advised the public to take necessary precautions to mitigate the effects of the heatwave.
These included drinking plenty of water to avoid dehydration, staying in cool or air-conditioned areas, wearing light and breathable clothing, and ensuring that infants were well-aerated.
Increased discomfort levels
“Early morning, day, and night temperatures will feel warmer than their actual values and create more discomfort,” the agency warned. It also noted that moisture influx and high temperatures would exacerbate discomfort levels across the country.
Affected areas
The agency identified several areas that would be most affected by the heatwave. These included parts of Ogun, Lagos, Ondo, Edo, Delta, Kogi, Oyo, Kwara, Niger, the FCT, Bayelsa, Anambra, Imo, Ebonyi, Enugu, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Benue, Nasarawa, Taraba, Adamawa, Kebbi, Osun, Zamfara, and Sokoto states.
NIMET releases 2025 climate prediction
Legit.ng earlier reported that the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN, unveiled the 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP) by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) to the public on Tuesday, 4th February 2025.
Themed ‘The Role of Early Warnings towards a Climate Resilient Aviation Industry for Sustainable Socio-Economic Development’, the SCP document predicts significant rainfall events at the beginning of 2025, with these rains likely to precede the onset.