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 28.89°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.

84.0

°F

December 22, 06:41

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

84.1°F

Tomorrow:

83.7°F

Sunrise:

06:50

Sunset:

18:35

Day Length:

11 h. 45 min.

Lekki in December

Minimum:

78.8°F

Average:

82.2°F

Maximum:

86.2°F

Sea water temperature in Lekki today

As of now, in Lekki, the water temperature is 84.0°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 0.4°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. 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 85.2°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 81.2°F on 2015.

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 shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 83.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 82.6°F, and the maximum might stay at 83.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Lekki

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 8	84.5°F	85.0°F	84.4°F
Dec 9	84.0°F	85.9°F	84.3°F
Dec 10	84.3°F	86.0°F	84.5°F
Dec 11	84.0°F	85.9°F	84.4°F
Dec 12	83.7°F	85.4°F	84.2°F
Dec 13	84.7°F	84.7°F	84.1°F
Dec 14	84.8°F	84.5°F	84.0°F
Dec 15	84.7°F	83.7°F	84.0°F
Dec 16	84.3°F	84.6°F	83.9°F
Dec 17	84.9°F	83.6°F	83.9°F
Dec 18	85.6°F	84.5°F	84.0°F
Dec 19	84.1°F	83.8°F	83.7°F
Dec 20	84.1°F	83.7°F	83.7°F
Dec 21	84.1°F	84.5°F	83.7°F
Dec 22	84.0°F	84.0°F	83.6°F
Dec 23	83.7°F	84.0°F	83.4°F
Dec 24	83.6°F	84.1°F	83.2°F
Dec 25	83.6°F	84.3°F	83.2°F
Dec 26	83.3°F	83.8°F	82.9°F
Dec 27	83.1°F	83.9°F	82.7°F
Dec 28	83.0°F	83.9°F	82.6°F
Dec 29	82.6°F	84.3°F	82.3°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.