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 29.17°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.

84.5

°F

January 7, 06:06

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

84.5°F

Tomorrow:

84.5°F

Sunrise:

06:57

Sunset:

18:43

Day Length:

11 h. 46 min.

Lekki in January

Minimum:

80.9°F

Average:

82.8°F

Maximum:

84.7°F

Sea water temperature in Lekki today

As of now, in Lekki, the water temperature is 84.5°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 2.4°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 84.6°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 79.9°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 84.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 84.5°F, while the maximum might reach 85.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Lekki

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	84.1°F	83.9°F	82.8°F
Jan 2	84.0°F	83.8°F	82.7°F
Jan 3	84.5°F	84.1°F	82.9°F
Jan 4	84.4°F	84.2°F	82.7°F
Jan 5	84.4°F	84.3°F	82.5°F
Jan 6	84.5°F	83.6°F	82.1°F
Jan 7	84.5°F	83.9°F	82.1°F
Jan 8	84.5°F	84.4°F	82.2°F
Jan 9	84.9°F	86.1°F	82.5°F
Jan 10	85.0°F	84.7°F	82.6°F
Jan 11	84.9°F	84.5°F	82.6°F
Jan 12	85.0°F	83.9°F	82.7°F
Jan 13	84.9°F	83.3°F	82.5°F
Jan 14	85.1°F	82.6°F	82.7°F
Dec 24	85.3°F	83.0°F	83.6°F
Dec 25	84.7°F	82.0°F	83.5°F
Dec 26	84.7°F	82.5°F	83.4°F
Dec 27	84.1°F	81.7°F	83.0°F
Dec 28	84.2°F	83.1°F	83.2°F
Dec 29	83.9°F	83.4°F	82.8°F
Dec 30	84.6°F	83.2°F	82.5°F
Dec 31	84.1°F	83.1°F	82.6°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.