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 29.24°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.

84.6

°F

January 29, 10:16

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

82.9°F

Tomorrow:

84.5°F

Sunrise:

07:02

Sunset:

18:52

Day Length:

11 h. 50 min.

Lekki in February

Minimum:

81.0°F

Average:

82.7°F

Maximum:

84.3°F

Sea water temperature in Lekki today

As of now, in Lekki, the water temperature is 84.6°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 1.8°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

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 84.5°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 80.0°F on 2016.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 84.4°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
Jan 15	83.9°F	83.0°F	82.9°F
Jan 16	83.4°F	82.6°F	83.0°F
Jan 17	83.4°F	82.2°F	82.9°F
Jan 18	83.5°F	81.8°F	82.9°F
Jan 19	83.3°F	82.9°F	83.1°F
Jan 20	84.4°F	83.2°F	82.9°F
Jan 21	84.2°F	82.7°F	82.9°F
Jan 22	83.7°F	82.6°F	82.7°F
Jan 23	84.4°F	82.9°F	82.9°F
Jan 24	83.6°F	83.0°F	82.9°F
Jan 25	83.3°F	83.2°F	83.0°F
Jan 26	84.1°F	83.0°F	83.0°F
Jan 27	82.5°F	82.8°F	82.7°F
Jan 28	82.9°F	84.3°F	82.8°F
Jan 29	84.6°F	83.5°F	82.8°F
Jan 30	84.5°F	83.6°F	82.7°F
Jan 31	84.3°F	83.8°F	82.5°F
Feb 1	84.3°F	83.2°F	82.5°F
Feb 2	84.5°F	83.6°F	82.7°F
Feb 3	84.4°F	83.8°F	82.6°F
Feb 4	84.5°F	84.0°F	82.7°F
Feb 5	84.6°F	83.9°F	82.8°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 83.3°F in Winter, 84.8°F in Spring, 81.0°F in Summer, and 82.4°F in Autumn.