The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast rainfall across 22 states, warning residents in Kano, Cross River and other affected areas to prepare for possible flash flooding as heavy downpours continue.

(FILES) A photo shows a church and other buildings submerged along the East-West highway severed by flooding, bringing to a halt the movement of vehicles and economic activities, in Niger delta region of Ahoada, Rivers State, southern Nigeria, on October 21, 2022. (Photo by PIUS UTOMI EKPEI / AFP)

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast thunderstorms and varying levels of rainfall across several parts of Nigeria on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, with residents in low-lying and flood-prone areas advised to remain alert to possible localised flooding.

According to NiMet’s Daily Weather Outlook shared on its X on Tuesday, patches of clouds are expected across the Northern States in the morning, with thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall over parts of Adamawa, Taraba, Bauchi, Gombe, Jigawa, Kaduna and Kano states.

By the afternoon and evening, thunderstorms with moderate rainfall are expected over parts of Kaduna, Katsina, Kano, Kebbi, Zamfara, Sokoto, Yobe, Bauchi, Borno, Adamawa and Taraba states.

North Central, Southern States

In the Central States, NiMet forecasts cloud patches across the North Central region in the morning, with thunderstorms and light rainfall expected over parts of Nasarawa, Benue, Kogi and the Federal Capital Territory.

The agency expects thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall across most parts of the region during the afternoon and evening.

For the southern states, NiMet forecasts cloudy skies in the morning, with chances of light rainfall over parts of Ondo State, as well as the South-South and South-East regions.

During the afternoon and evening, moderate to heavy rainfall is expected over parts of Cross River and Akwa Ibom States, while light to moderate rainfall is anticipated across the remaining parts of the Southern region.

NiMet warned that strong winds, lightning and reduced visibility may accompany thunderstorms, advising residents to take necessary safety precautions.

“Motorists should exercise caution during rainfall and avoid driving through flooded roads or areas with rapidly flowing water,” NiMet posted on its X handle on Tuesday.

The agency further advised airline operators to obtain updated weather information and advisories from NiMet for effective planning and safe operations.