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Nigeria Dust Haze, Thunderstorm Forecast

Analysis based on 10 articles · First reported Jan 03, 2026 · Last updated Jan 19, 2026

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The weather forecasts from Japan — Japan Meteorological Agency are important for the aviation and transportation sectors in Nigeria, as reduced visibility and rainfall can disrupt operations. Health advisories are also relevant for public well-being, potentially affecting productivity.

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The Japan — Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a series of weather forecasts for Nigeria, predicting a mix of dust haze, isolated thunderstorms, and sunny conditions across various regions from Monday to Wednesday. The northern and central regions are primarily expected to experience moderate to slight dust haze, with reduced visibility in some areas like Nigeria — Kano State, Nigeria — Kebbi State, Nigeria — Federal Capital Territory (Nigeria), and Nigeria — Niger State. The southern region, including states such as Nigeria — Bayelsa State, Nigeria — Lagos State, Nigeria — Cross River State, Nigeria — Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Health, Nigeria — Ogun State, Nigeria — Ondo State, Nigeria — Edo State, Nigeria — Rivers State, Nigeria — Oyo State, and Nigeria — Delta State, is anticipated to have sunny skies with patches of cloud and prospects of afternoon/evening thunderstorms with light rains. The agency has also issued advisories for the public, particularly those with asthmatic conditions, to take necessary precautions due to suspended dust particles. Motorists are warned to drive with caution during rain, and airline operators are advised to obtain airport-specific weather reports for effective planning.

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Nigeria — Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Health is one of the southern states in Nigeria with prospects of afternoon/evening thunderstorms and light rains.
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Nigeria — Cross River State is one of the southern states in Nigeria with prospects of afternoon/evening thunderstorms and light rains.
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Nigeria — Katsina State is one of the northern states in Nigeria expected to experience slight dust haze.
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Nigeria — Sokoto State is one of the northern states in Nigeria expected to experience slight dust haze.
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Nigeria — Delta State is one of the southern states in Nigeria with prospects of afternoon or evening thunderstorms and light rains.
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Nigeria — Yobe State is one of the northern states in Nigeria expected to experience moderate dust haze.
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Nigeria — Abia State is one of the southern states in Nigeria with prospects of isolated thunderstorms and light rains.
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Nigeria — Bauchi State is one of the northern states in Nigeria expected to experience moderate dust haze.
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