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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.
Sea temperature in Lekki now

86.0

°F

April 25, 06:50

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

86.0°F

Tomorrow:

86.0°F

Sunrise:

06:32

Sunset:

18:51

Day Length:

12 h. 19 min.

Lekki in May

Minimum:

80.8°F

Average:

82.3°F

Maximum:

84.3°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 1.0°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 86.5°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 83.1°F on 2015.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 85.9°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
Apr 11 86.2°F 86.8°F 85.0°F
Apr 12 86.0°F 86.6°F 84.9°F
Apr 13 86.4°F 86.5°F 84.8°F
Apr 14 86.2°F 86.4°F 84.8°F
Apr 15 86.2°F 86.1°F 84.8°F
Apr 16 85.8°F 86.8°F 84.7°F
Apr 17 85.8°F 85.8°F 84.8°F
Apr 18 85.8°F 85.8°F 84.8°F
Apr 19 85.7°F 87.3°F 85.0°F
Apr 20 85.6°F 86.0°F 84.9°F
Apr 21 85.3°F 86.4°F 85.1°F
Apr 22 86.5°F 86.2°F 85.2°F
Apr 23 86.2°F 86.6°F 85.3°F
Apr 24 86.0°F 86.0°F 85.0°F
Apr 25 86.0°F 85.8°F 85.0°F
Apr 26 86.0°F 86.1°F 85.0°F
Apr 27 85.8°F 85.8°F 84.8°F
Apr 28 85.8°F 87.0°F 84.8°F
Apr 29 85.9°F 86.5°F 84.9°F
Apr 30 85.8°F 86.3°F 84.9°F
May 1 85.8°F 85.9°F 84.8°F
May 2 86.0°F 86.2°F 85.0°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 February 2, 2016, 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 82.4°F in Autumn.