What is the current water temperature in Lagos?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Lagos?

As of now, in Lagos, the water temperature is 28.44°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

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.

83.2

°F

November 9, 07:21

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

83.0°F

Tomorrow:

83.5°F

Sunrise:

06:35

Sunset:

18:26

Day Length:

11 h. 51 min.

Lagos in November

Minimum:

79.4°F

Average:

81.9°F

Maximum:

84.7°F

Sea water temperature in Lagos today

As of now, in Lagos, the water temperature is 83.2°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 0.7°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 rise a bit.

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 is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.8°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 83.2°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

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 83.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 83.5°F, while the maximum might reach 83.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Lagos

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 26	82.4°F	82.7°F	83.0°F
Oct 27	83.0°F	82.8°F	83.1°F
Oct 28	82.9°F	83.3°F	83.2°F
Oct 29	83.0°F	83.1°F	83.4°F
Oct 30	83.0°F	83.1°F	83.4°F
Oct 31	83.3°F	83.4°F	83.6°F
Nov 1	83.3°F	83.6°F	83.7°F
Nov 2	83.6°F	83.4°F	83.7°F
Nov 3	83.4°F	83.5°F	83.5°F
Nov 4	83.1°F	84.2°F	83.5°F
Nov 5	83.2°F	84.1°F	83.6°F
Nov 6	83.0°F	84.5°F	83.6°F
Nov 7	82.9°F	84.2°F	83.6°F
Nov 8	83.0°F	83.9°F	83.8°F
Nov 9	83.2°F	84.1°F	83.9°F
Nov 10	83.5°F	84.3°F	84.2°F
Nov 11	83.6°F	84.5°F	84.3°F
Nov 12	83.7°F	84.5°F	84.4°F
Nov 13	83.7°F	84.6°F	84.4°F
Nov 14	83.6°F	84.5°F	84.3°F
Nov 15	83.7°F	84.3°F	84.4°F
Nov 16	83.7°F	84.5°F	84.4°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	83.5°F	12mi
Lekki	83.5°F	48mi
Cotonou	82.4°F	67mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Lagos