What is the current water temperature in Lekki?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Lekki?

As of now, in Lekki, the water temperature is 29.99°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 Lekki

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Lekki. 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.

86.0

°F

November 21, 14:05

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

85.7°F

Tomorrow:

86.2°F

Sunrise:

06:35

Sunset:

18:24

Day Length:

11 h. 49 min.

Lekki in November

Minimum:

79.4°F

Average:

82.1°F

Maximum:

85.5°F

Sea water temperature in Lekki today

As of now, in Lekki, the water temperature is 86.0°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 1.7°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.8°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 83.3°F on 2014.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 86.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 86.2°F, while the maximum might reach 86.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Lekki

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 7	84.2°F	83.7°F	83.8°F
Nov 8	83.7°F	84.7°F	84.0°F
Nov 9	83.7°F	84.6°F	84.1°F
Nov 10	83.9°F	84.8°F	84.3°F
Nov 11	84.1°F	85.0°F	84.5°F
Nov 12	84.2°F	86.0°F	84.5°F
Nov 13	84.1°F	85.2°F	84.5°F
Nov 14	84.1°F	85.4°F	84.5°F
Nov 15	85.1°F	85.4°F	84.7°F
Nov 16	85.5°F	85.3°F	84.7°F
Nov 17	86.4°F	84.4°F	84.6°F
Nov 18	85.5°F	84.3°F	84.4°F
Nov 19	85.9°F	84.7°F	84.6°F
Nov 20	85.7°F	84.4°F	84.5°F
Nov 21	86.0°F	84.1°F	84.2°F
Nov 22	86.2°F	85.0°F	84.5°F
Nov 23	86.3°F	84.7°F	84.5°F
Nov 24	86.4°F	84.6°F	84.6°F
Nov 25	86.5°F	84.9°F	84.7°F
Nov 26	86.3°F	84.7°F	84.6°F
Nov 27	86.4°F	84.5°F	84.7°F
Nov 28	86.4°F	85.1°F	84.7°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 Lekki by month

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

The warmest water in Lekki was recorded on March 27, 2024, reaching a 87.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on September 5, 2014, dipping to 77.3°F. The average readings by season are 83.0°F in Winter, 84.6°F in Spring, 80.9°F in Summer, and 82.3°F in Autumn.