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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.
Sea temperature in Lagos now

80.3

°F

October 10, 21:30

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

80.6°F

Tomorrow:

80.3°F

Sunrise:

06:33

Sunset:

18:34

Day Length:

12 h. 1 min.

Lagos in October

Minimum:

79.3°F

Average:

81.9°F

Maximum:

84.8°F

Sea water temperature in Lagos today

As of now, in Lagos, the water temperature is 80.3°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.3°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 82.8°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 81.1°F on 2019.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower 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 80.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 80.3°F, while the maximum might reach 81.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Lagos

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 26 80.2°F 80.9°F 80.6°F
Sep 27 80.4°F 80.7°F 80.7°F
Sep 28 80.4°F 80.9°F 80.6°F
Sep 29 80.5°F 81.1°F 80.8°F
Sep 30 80.3°F 81.7°F 80.9°F
Oct 1 80.3°F 81.5°F 80.9°F
Oct 2 80.2°F 81.1°F 80.9°F
Oct 3 80.9°F 81.0°F 80.9°F
Oct 4 80.9°F 81.1°F 81.0°F
Oct 5 80.8°F 81.0°F 81.0°F
Oct 6 80.8°F 81.0°F 81.2°F
Oct 7 80.8°F 80.8°F 81.3°F
Oct 8 80.9°F 81.3°F 81.4°F
Oct 9 80.6°F 81.4°F 81.5°F
Oct 10 80.3°F 81.3°F 81.6°F
Oct 11 80.3°F 81.3°F 81.6°F
Oct 12 80.5°F 82.1°F 81.8°F
Oct 13 80.6°F 82.1°F 81.9°F
Oct 14 80.9°F 82.4°F 82.1°F
Oct 15 80.9°F 81.5°F 82.1°F
Oct 16 81.1°F 82.3°F 82.3°F
Oct 17 81.2°F 82.5°F 82.5°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 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 80.7°F 12mi
Lekki 81.6°F 48mi
Cotonou 80.8°F 67mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Lagos