What is the current water temperature in Lagos?

As of now, in Lagos, the water temperature is 26.78°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Lagos

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Lagos. 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.

80.2

°F

October 6, 21:27

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

80.7°F

Tomorrow:

80.3°F

Sunrise:

06:34

Sunset:

18:36

Day Length:

12 h. 2 min.

Lagos in October

Minimum:

80.3°F

Average:

82.3°F

Maximum:

84.8°F

Sea water temperature in Lagos today

As of now, in Lagos, the water temperature is 80.2°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.0°F lower 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 is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.6°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 80.4°F on 2022.

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 80.5°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

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 22	80.2°F	80.4°F	80.5°F
Sep 23	80.3°F	79.9°F	80.5°F
Sep 24	80.5°F	80.0°F	80.5°F
Sep 25	80.5°F	79.9°F	80.5°F
Sep 26	80.9°F	80.2°F	80.7°F
Sep 27	80.6°F	80.4°F	80.8°F
Sep 28	80.2°F	80.4°F	80.6°F
Sep 29	80.1°F	80.5°F	80.8°F
Sep 30	80.0°F	80.3°F	80.9°F
Oct 1	80.5°F	80.3°F	80.9°F
Oct 2	80.9°F	80.2°F	81.0°F
Oct 3	81.3°F	80.9°F	81.1°F
Oct 4	81.2°F	80.9°F	81.1°F
Oct 5	80.7°F	80.8°F	81.0°F
Oct 6	80.2°F	80.8°F	81.2°F
Oct 7	80.3°F	80.8°F	81.3°F
Oct 8	80.4°F	80.9°F	81.4°F
Oct 9	80.5°F	80.6°F	81.5°F
Oct 10	80.5°F	80.3°F	81.5°F
Oct 11	80.5°F	80.4°F	81.5°F
Oct 12	80.6°F	80.8°F	81.6°F
Oct 13	80.8°F	81.2°F	81.8°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 by month

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

The warmest water in Lagos was recorded on May 5, 2024, reaching a 87.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 11, 2020, dipping to 77.1°F. The average readings by season are 83.1°F in Winter, 84.6°F in Spring, 80.6°F in Summer, and 82.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Ebute Ikorodu	81.1°F	12mi
Lekki	80.7°F	48mi
Cotonou	79.8°F	67mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Lagos