Lagos, Nigeria Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Lagos
Weather in Lagos is shaped by its tropical wet-and-dry climate - expect year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. March afternoons typically reach 88°F (31°C), while August highs hover near 81°F (27°C). Annual precipitation averages 51.9 inches (1319 mm) over about 218 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: March - highs near 88°F (31°C)
- Coldest month: August - highs near 81°F (27°C)
- Record high: 94°F (34°C) · Record low: 67°F (19°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: June (27 rainy days) · Sunniest: December (10.5 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on March. Highs average 88°F (31°C) and overnight lows stay near 80°F (27°C). The coolest month is August, with typical highs of 81°F (27°C) and lows around 76°F (24°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 94°F (34°C) and dropped as low as 67°F (19°C).
Rain, sun and snow
June is usually the wettest month. It brings about 10.5 inches (267 mm) of rain over 27 days, while December is the driest. December brings the most sunshine, averaging 10.5 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 88° | 76° | 5 | 0.7 in | 10.2 h/day | 76% |
| February | 88° | 78° | 9 | 1.3 in | 10.1 h/day | 79% |
| March | 88° | 80° | 16 | 2.9 in | 9.5 h/day | 80% |
| April | 87° | 80° | 16 | 2.7 in | 9.6 h/day | 80% |
| May | 86° | 79° | 23 | 5.6 in | 9.3 h/day | 82% |
| June | 83° | 77° | 27 | 10.5 in | 7.9 h/day | 85% |
| July | 81° | 76° | 25 | 6.7 in | 8.8 h/day | 85% |
| August | 81° | 76° | 21 | 4.6 in | 9.0 h/day | 85% |
| September | 81° | 76° | 25 | 8.1 in | 8.2 h/day | 87% |
| October | 83° | 77° | 25 | 5.9 in | 8.8 h/day | 86% |
| November | 86° | 78° | 18 | 2.3 in | 10.3 h/day | 83% |
| December | 88° | 77° | 7 | 0.6 in | 10.5 h/day | 76% |
Lagos month by month
Lagos weather in January
January brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 5 wet days.
Lagos weather in February
February brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 9 wet days.
Lagos weather in March
March brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 80°F (27°C), about 16 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Lagos.
Lagos weather in April
April brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 80°F (27°C), about 16 wet days.
Lagos weather in May
May brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), about 23 wet days.
Lagos weather in June
June brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 27 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Lagos.
Lagos weather in July
July brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 25 wet days.
Lagos weather in August
August brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 21 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Lagos.
Lagos weather in September
September brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 25 wet days.
Lagos weather in October
October brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 25 wet days.
Lagos weather in November
November brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 18 wet days.
Lagos weather in December
December brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 7 wet days - typically the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Lagos.
Seasons in Lagos
March through May
March through May in Lagos brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 87°F (31°C) and nights around 80°F (27°C); expect showers on roughly 55 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Lagos is hot, with daytime highs averaging 81°F (27°C) and nights around 76°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 73 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Lagos is hot, with daytime highs averaging 83°F (28°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 68 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Lagos brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 88°F (31°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 21 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Lagos
The best time to visit Lagos is generally December to February and August, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 86°F (30°C).
Pack for Lagos with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - March nights average 80°F (27°C).
Lagos temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.