| ANAMBRA STATE FARMER WEATHER GUIDE
2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction |
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This information is sourced from the 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction produced by the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMet)Analysis by: HEDA Resource Centre |
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🌧 ANAMBRA FARMER WEATHER Guide 2025
This guide explains exactly what this year’s weather means for your crops and livestock.
SECTION 1: UNDERSTANDING YOUR RAIN PATTERNS
For farmers in coastal areas like Ogbaru:
Your rains will start March 22 and continue until December 8 – that’s 261 days of growing time with about 2,202mm of rainfall
For central areas like Awka and Njikoka:
Expect rains between March 27-29, lasting until December 5-6. You’ll get 252-254 rainy days with 2,000-2,075mm – ideal for your yam and cassava.
In northern areas like Anambra West:
Your season runs April 1 to December 3 – slightly shorter at 247 days, but still good 1,947mm rainfall for crops.
SECTION 2: CRITICAL WEATHER WARNINGS
The July Dry Shock (July 21-29)
For about 8-10 days in late July:
- Young cassava stems will suffer
- Yam seedlings may wilt
- Vegetables need extra care
Protection methods:
Cover soil with dry grass mulch. Use stored rainwater carefully at plant bases only.
The September Heat Peak
When temperatures hit 33°C:
- Chickens eat less
- Goats become restless
- Fish ponds lose oxygen
Cooling solutions:
- Whitewash poultry house roofs. Increase shade over fish ponds.
SECTION 3: FARMING ADVICE
For Yam Farmers (Ogbaru, Anambra East):
- Prepare mounds 1m apart in March
- Plant healthy setts by April 15
- Mulch heavily before dry spell
For Cassava Growers (Awka, Orumba):
- Use 25cm stem cuttings
- Plant at 45° angle in April
- Weed carefully in June
For Poultry Keepers:
- Reduce birds per cage by 20% in heat
- Provide clean water 3x daily
- Improve coop ventilation
SECTION 4: MONTH-BY-MONTH GUIDE
February-March:
☑️ Clear drainage channels
☑️ Buy certified seeds
April-May:
🌱 Plant yams and cassava
💧 Dig water collection pits
July:
⚠️ Protect existing crops
⚠️ Don’t plant new seeds
November:
📦 Dry and store yams properly
SECTION 5: WHERE TO GET HELP
📞 NiMet Anambra: Mr. Nnamdi Nweze
☎️ 08039133967
📩 Email: n.nnamdi@nimet.gov.ng
🌍 To download the SCP 2025, visit NiMeT website: https://www.nimet.gov.ng/scp
Remember:
- Share this information with fellow farmers
- Call for help if you notice unusual weather
- Attend local agriculture extension meetings
- Ask Questions: If you don’t understand something, call the NiMet number.
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Summary of Predicted Onset Date, Cessation Date, Length of Season and Annual Rainfall Amounts for States and Local Government Areas for Anambra state
| LGA | Start Date | End Date | Rainy Days | Annual Rainfall (mm) |
| Aguata | 24-Mar | 8-Dec | 259 | 2158 |
| Anambra East | 29-Mar | 5-Dec | 252 | 2028 |
| Anambra West | 1-Apr | 3-Dec | 247 | 1947 |
| Anaocha | 25-Mar | 7-Dec | 256 | 2115 |
| Awka North | 29-Mar | 5-Dec | 251 | 2016 |
| Awka South | 27-Mar | 6-Dec | 254 | 2074 |
| Ayamelum | 1-Apr | 3-Dec | 246 | 1933 |
| Njikoka | 27-Mar | 6-Dec | 253 | 2059 |
| Ekwusigo | 24-Mar | 7-Dec | 256 | 2155 |
| Idemili North | 26-Mar | 7-Dec | 256 | 2101 |
| Idemili South | 25-Mar | 9-Dec | 267 | 2124 |
| Ihiala | 23-Mar | 8-Dec | 270 | 2214 |
| Dunukofia | 27-Mar | 6-Dec | 254 | 2074 |
| Nnewi North | 24-Mar | 7-Dec | 256 | 2154 |
| Nnewi South | 23-Mar | 8-Dec | 260 | 2177 |
| Ogbaru | 22-Mar | 8-Dec | 261 | 2202 |
| Onitsha North | 26-Mar | 7-Dec | 256 | 2102 |
| Onitsha South | 25-Mar | 7-Dec | 256 | 2114 |
| Orumba North | 24-Mar | 7-Dec | 258 | 2111 |
| Orumba South | 24-Mar | 7-Dec | 258 | 2153 |
| Oyi | 27-Mar | 6-Dec | 253 | 2062 |
