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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

80.8

°F

July 27, 19:11

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

80.7°F

Tomorrow:

80.6°F

Sunrise:

06:38

Sunset:

19:03

Day Length:

12 h. 25 min.

Lekki in August

Minimum:

79.9°F

Average:

82.5°F

Maximum:

85.5°F

Sea water temperature in Lekki today

As of now, in Lekki, the water temperature is 80.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.0°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

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 81.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 78.4°F on 2016.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 80.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 80.0°F, and the maximum might stay at 80.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Lekki

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 13 81.6°F 80.5°F 81.0°F
Jul 14 82.1°F 80.7°F 81.0°F
Jul 15 81.3°F 81.2°F 80.6°F
Jul 16 81.2°F 81.1°F 80.4°F
Jul 17 81.4°F 80.9°F 80.4°F
Jul 18 81.3°F 80.0°F 80.3°F
Jul 19 81.0°F 79.7°F 80.1°F
Jul 20 80.7°F 80.0°F 80.1°F
Jul 21 80.2°F 80.1°F 80.1°F
Jul 22 80.7°F 80.0°F 80.2°F
Jul 23 80.2°F 80.2°F 80.2°F
Jul 24 80.0°F 80.2°F 80.1°F
Jul 25 80.2°F 80.0°F 80.1°F
Jul 26 80.7°F 79.6°F 80.0°F
Jul 27 80.8°F 79.5°F 79.8°F
Jul 28 80.6°F 79.4°F 79.6°F
Jul 29 80.6°F 79.3°F 79.6°F
Jul 30 80.3°F 78.4°F 79.3°F
Jul 31 80.2°F 78.2°F 79.2°F
Aug 1 80.1°F 78.0°F 79.1°F
Aug 2 80.1°F 78.0°F 79.1°F
Aug 3 80.0°F 77.9°F 79.0°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 August 8, 2025, dipping to 77.5°F. The average readings by season are 83.4°F in Winter, 84.8°F in Spring, 81.0°F in Summer, and 82.4°F in Autumn.