What is the current water temperature in Lagos Island?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Lagos Island?

As of now, in Lagos Island, the water temperature is 28.86°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Lagos Island

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Lagos Island. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

83.9

°F

December 15, 22:55

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

83.9°F

Tomorrow:

84.1°F

Sunrise:

06:49

Sunset:

18:34

Day Length:

11 h. 45 min.

Lagos Island in December

Minimum:

78.8°F

Average:

82.1°F

Maximum:

86.2°F

Sea water temperature in Lagos Island today

As of now, in Lagos Island, the water temperature is 83.9°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 0.2°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.7°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 82.2°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Lagos Island

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 1	84.8°F	83.7°F	84.5°F
Dec 2	84.5°F	83.2°F	84.3°F
Dec 3	84.3°F	84.1°F	84.6°F
Dec 4	84.1°F	83.9°F	84.5°F
Dec 5	83.6°F	84.7°F	84.3°F
Dec 6	84.0°F	85.2°F	84.3°F
Dec 7	83.8°F	84.1°F	84.0°F
Dec 8	83.6°F	84.1°F	84.0°F
Dec 9	84.0°F	83.8°F	83.9°F
Dec 10	84.3°F	83.6°F	84.0°F
Dec 11	84.3°F	83.5°F	83.8°F
Dec 12	83.9°F	83.3°F	83.7°F
Dec 13	83.7°F	83.6°F	83.6°F
Dec 14	83.9°F	83.7°F	83.6°F
Dec 15	83.9°F	83.9°F	83.8°F
Dec 16	84.1°F	84.5°F	83.9°F
Dec 17	83.9°F	84.0°F	83.7°F
Dec 18	84.0°F	83.8°F	83.8°F
Dec 19	83.9°F	83.5°F	83.7°F
Dec 20	83.9°F	83.1°F	83.7°F
Dec 21	83.9°F	82.8°F	83.8°F
Dec 22	83.7°F	82.3°F	83.5°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Lagos Island by month

In Lagos Island, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Lagos Island was recorded on April 28, 2024, reaching a 87.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 17, 2015, dipping to 76.6°F. The average readings by season are 82.9°F in Winter, 84.6°F in Spring, 80.5°F in Summer, and 82.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Lagos	83.8°F	2mi
Ebute Ikorodu	84.0°F	10mi
Lekki	83.4°F	47mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Lagos Island