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Water temperature in Lagos

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Lagos. 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 Lagos now

65.6

°F

September 18, 21:59

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

63.6°F

Tomorrow:

65.5°F

Sunrise:

07:19

Sunset:

19:38

Day Length:

12 h. 19 min.

Lagos in September

Minimum:

59.6°F

Average:

61.3°F

Maximum:

63.2°F

Sea water temperature in Lagos today

As of now, in Lagos, the water temperature is 65.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 2.2°F lower 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 also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 71.6°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 63.3°F on 2017.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 65.2°F, the minimum temperature may reach 65.0°F, and the maximum might stay at 65.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Lagos

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 4 63.1°F 65.7°F 67.4°F
Sep 5 63.0°F 64.7°F 67.0°F
Sep 6 62.1°F 63.7°F 67.3°F
Sep 7 62.6°F 63.5°F 67.6°F
Sep 8 64.6°F 61.6°F 67.6°F
Sep 9 65.9°F 62.8°F 67.9°F
Sep 10 63.5°F 61.8°F 67.4°F
Sep 11 62.5°F 60.3°F 66.9°F
Sep 12 62.9°F 60.8°F 66.8°F
Sep 13 63.1°F 61.8°F 66.8°F
Sep 14 62.2°F 63.0°F 66.8°F
Sep 15 62.8°F 62.8°F 67.1°F
Sep 16 61.5°F 64.4°F 67.1°F
Sep 17 63.6°F 64.1°F 67.2°F
Sep 18 65.6°F 65.6°F 67.8°F
Sep 19 65.5°F 67.4°F 67.7°F
Sep 20 65.4°F 69.0°F 67.7°F
Sep 21 65.2°F 67.8°F 67.4°F
Sep 22 65.1°F 69.3°F 67.3°F
Sep 23 65.2°F 69.5°F 67.4°F
Sep 24 65.1°F 69.7°F 67.4°F
Sep 25 65.0°F 69.1°F 67.2°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 Lagos by month

In an average year, Lagos offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Lagos was recorded on July 22, 2020, reaching a 75.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 18, 2018, dipping to 56.5°F. The average readings by season are 60.7°F in Winter, 60.5°F in Spring, 65.8°F in Summer, and 66.0°F in Autumn.