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 29.3°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.

84.7

°F

November 18, 13:32

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

85.2°F

Tomorrow:

85.0°F

Sunrise:

06:34

Sunset:

18:23

Day Length:

11 h. 49 min.

Lekki in November

Minimum:

79.4°F

Average:

82.3°F

Maximum:

85.5°F

Sea water temperature in Lekki today

As of now, in Lekki, the water temperature is 84.7°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 0.3°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 85.5°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 83.6°F on 2020.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 84.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Lekki

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 4	83.4°F	85.0°F	83.9°F
Nov 5	83.6°F	85.0°F	83.8°F
Nov 6	83.4°F	84.8°F	83.9°F
Nov 7	83.6°F	84.2°F	84.0°F
Nov 8	83.5°F	83.7°F	84.1°F
Nov 9	84.2°F	83.8°F	84.2°F
Nov 10	84.1°F	83.9°F	84.4°F
Nov 11	84.4°F	84.1°F	84.6°F
Nov 12	84.4°F	84.2°F	84.7°F
Nov 13	84.3°F	84.1°F	84.6°F
Nov 14	84.8°F	84.2°F	84.7°F
Nov 15	84.6°F	85.1°F	84.8°F
Nov 16	84.5°F	85.5°F	84.7°F
Nov 17	85.2°F	86.4°F	84.7°F
Nov 18	84.7°F	85.5°F	84.5°F
Nov 19	85.0°F	85.9°F	84.8°F
Nov 20	84.9°F	85.7°F	84.6°F
Nov 21	84.8°F	86.0°F	84.5°F
Nov 22	84.9°F	85.7°F	84.7°F
Nov 23	84.9°F	85.3°F	84.7°F
Nov 24	85.0°F	84.7°F	84.7°F
Nov 25	85.1°F	85.3°F	84.8°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 August 8, 2025, dipping to 77.5°F. The average readings by season are 83.1°F in Winter, 84.7°F in Spring, 80.9°F in Summer, and 82.3°F in Autumn.