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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

61.5

°F

May 18, 05:27

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

61.5°F

Tomorrow:

61.6°F

Sunrise:

06:24

Sunset:

20:38

Day Length:

14 h. 14 min.

Lagos in May

Minimum:

59.2°F

Average:

61.6°F

Maximum:

63.1°F

Sea water temperature in Lagos today

As of now, in Lagos, the water temperature is 61.5°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 0.4°F lower 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 is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling 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 65.2°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 59.7°F on 2024.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 61.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 61.6°F, while the maximum might reach 62.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Lagos

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 4 63.1°F 59.1°F 61.4°F
May 5 63.0°F 60.1°F 61.6°F
May 6 62.9°F 60.5°F 61.7°F
May 7 62.9°F 60.2°F 61.5°F
May 8 62.7°F 59.9°F 61.7°F
May 9 62.3°F 60.9°F 61.8°F
May 10 62.0°F 61.8°F 61.6°F
May 11 62.0°F 61.8°F 61.6°F
May 12 62.0°F 61.8°F 61.5°F
May 13 61.6°F 61.8°F 61.6°F
May 14 61.5°F 61.9°F 61.6°F
May 15 61.4°F 61.1°F 61.7°F
May 16 61.9°F 59.9°F 61.7°F
May 17 61.5°F 60.8°F 61.9°F
May 18 61.5°F 59.7°F 61.9°F
May 19 61.6°F 59.4°F 62.0°F
May 20 61.8°F 59.1°F 62.2°F
May 21 61.7°F 58.5°F 62.2°F
May 22 61.8°F 58.7°F 62.2°F
May 23 61.8°F 59.1°F 62.2°F
May 24 62.3°F 59.9°F 62.7°F
May 25 62.3°F 59.0°F 62.7°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, 60.6°F in Spring, 65.6°F in Summer, and 66.0°F in Autumn.