What is the current water temperature in Lagos?

As of now, in Lagos, the water temperature is 27.24°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.

81.0

°F

July 14, 03:21

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

81.0°F

Tomorrow:

80.8°F

Sunrise:

06:38

Sunset:

19:06

Day Length:

12 h. 28 min.

Lagos in July

Minimum:

79.6°F

Average:

82.1°F

Maximum:

84.2°F

Sea water temperature in Lagos today

As of now, in Lagos, the water temperature is 81.0°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.0°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 fall a bit.

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 maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 81.0°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 79.1°F on 2025.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 80.5°F, the minimum temperature may reach 80.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 80.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Lagos

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 30	81.5°F	82.6°F	81.5°F
Jul 1	82.2°F	82.2°F	81.4°F
Jul 2	82.3°F	82.0°F	81.3°F
Jul 3	81.8°F	82.0°F	81.3°F
Jul 4	81.5°F	81.6°F	81.1°F
Jul 5	81.8°F	81.3°F	80.9°F
Jul 6	82.1°F	81.0°F	80.9°F
Jul 7	82.1°F	80.6°F	80.8°F
Jul 8	81.5°F	80.3°F	80.4°F
Jul 9	81.2°F	80.2°F	80.4°F
Jul 10	81.7°F	80.0°F	80.3°F
Jul 11	81.1°F	79.7°F	80.2°F
Jul 12	81.6°F	79.0°F	80.3°F
Jul 13	81.0°F	79.0°F	80.0°F
Jul 14	81.0°F	79.1°F	80.0°F
Jul 15	80.8°F	79.5°F	79.8°F
Jul 16	80.6°F	79.6°F	79.6°F
Jul 17	80.5°F	79.3°F	79.5°F
Jul 18	80.5°F	78.8°F	79.5°F
Jul 19	80.3°F	78.4°F	79.3°F
Jul 20	80.4°F	79.1°F	79.3°F
Jul 21	80.4°F	79.2°F	79.4°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 11, 2020, dipping to 77.1°F. The average readings by season are 83.1°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**
Ebute Ikorodu	81.0°F	12mi
Lekki	81.6°F	48mi
Cotonou	81.4°F	67mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Lagos