What is the current water temperature in Lagos?

As of now, in Lagos, the water temperature is 26.32°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.

79.4

°F

September 16, 01:05

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

79.4°F

Tomorrow:

79.5°F

Sunrise:

06:37

Sunset:

18:46

Day Length:

12 h. 9 min.

Lagos in September

Minimum:

79.3°F

Average:

81.8°F

Maximum:

84.4°F

Sea water temperature in Lagos today

As of now, in Lagos, the water temperature is 79.4°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.2°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 reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. 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 80.6°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 77.9°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 79.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 79.5°F, while the maximum might reach 80.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Lagos

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 2	79.4°F	79.3°F	78.8°F
Sep 3	78.7°F	78.8°F	78.7°F
Sep 4	78.6°F	78.8°F	78.7°F
Sep 5	79.5°F	79.6°F	79.0°F
Sep 6	79.4°F	79.6°F	78.9°F
Sep 7	79.9°F	79.6°F	79.1°F
Sep 8	79.7°F	79.6°F	79.2°F
Sep 9	79.4°F	80.1°F	79.3°F
Sep 10	80.2°F	80.1°F	79.4°F
Sep 11	79.9°F	79.9°F	79.4°F
Sep 12	79.9°F	79.3°F	79.4°F
Sep 13	79.8°F	79.4°F	79.4°F
Sep 14	79.4°F	79.0°F	79.3°F
Sep 15	79.4°F	80.0°F	79.5°F
Sep 16	79.4°F	80.3°F	79.6°F
Sep 17	79.5°F	80.4°F	79.7°F
Sep 18	79.6°F	80.0°F	79.8°F
Sep 19	79.7°F	80.1°F	79.9°F
Sep 20	80.0°F	80.2°F	80.2°F
Sep 21	80.2°F	80.2°F	80.4°F
Sep 22	80.2°F	80.4°F	80.4°F
Sep 23	80.2°F	80.7°F	80.4°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 17, 2015, dipping to 76.6°F. The average readings by season are 82.9°F in Winter, 84.5°F in Spring, 80.4°F in Summer, and 82.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Ebute Ikorodu	79.5°F	12mi
Lekki	79.8°F	48mi
Cotonou	79.5°F	67mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Lagos