NiMet Weather API
Weather & Environment · Government
NiMet Weather API is the official weather data API provided by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), the government body mandated under Nigerian law to provide authoritative meteorological observations, forecasts, and climate data for Nigeria. As the national meteorological authority, NiMet operates Nigeria's network of synoptic weather stations, agrometeorological stations, and upper-air sounding stations spread across the country's 36 states and FCT, making NiMet the most authoritative source of weather data specifically calibrated to Nigerian conditions, terrain, and climate patterns.
Nigerian weather-dependent apps needing hyperlocal Nigerian meteorological data from the official national authority
Official Nigerian Meteorological Agency API — most authoritative source for Nigerian weather and climate data
Key Highlights
- Official Nigerian government meteorological data
- Hyperlocal Nigerian station coverage
- Agricultural weather advisories
- Rainfall and seasonal forecasts
- Nigeria-specific climate data
Required Access Documents
- Developer RegistrationRequiredRegister on NiMet developer portal to obtain API access credentials
- Use Case DescriptionOptionalCommercial applications may need to describe intended use
Use Cases
- Agricultural Planning:Nigerian farmers and agribusinesses use NiMet data for planting, irrigation, and harvest scheduling based on authoritative local weather forecasts
- Aviation and Transport:Nigerian airlines, logistics companies, and transport operators access NiMet data for weather-sensitive operational planning
- Disaster Risk Reduction:Nigerian state emergency agencies and NGOs use NiMet forecasts to issue flood, drought, and storm warnings to local communities