Nimet predicts 60 chances rains 2018 #
It seems like you're referring to the 2018 rainfall prediction made by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET).
According to NIMET's prediction, the 2018 rainfall season was expected to be characterized by a 60% chance of above-average rainfall across the country.
Here's a breakdown of the prediction:
- 60% chance of above-average rainfall in the following states:
- South-West: 70%
- South-East: 65%
- South-South: 60%
- North-Central: 55%
- North-East: 50%
- 40% chance of below-average rainfall in the following states:
- North-West: 45%
- Sahel region: 40%
It's worth noting that NIMET's predictions are based on historical climate trends, atmospheric circulation patterns, and other meteorological factors. However, actual rainfall patterns can vary significantly from year to year due to various factors, including climate change, El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO), and other natural climate variability.
If you're looking for more information on NIMET's rainfall predictions or would like to know more about the agency's forecasting methods, I'd be happy to help!