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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

61.4

°F

April 22, 10:46

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

61.4°F

Tomorrow:

61.7°F

Sunrise:

06:52

Sunset:

20:15

Day Length:

13 h. 23 min.

Lagos in April

Minimum:

58.9°F

Average:

61.4°F

Maximum:

63.2°F

Sea water temperature in Lagos today

As of now, in Lagos, the water temperature is 61.4°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 0.7°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 63.7°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 58.3°F on 2018.

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 61.7°F, while the maximum might reach 62.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Lagos

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 8 61.0°F 60.4°F 60.2°F
Apr 9 61.3°F 62.4°F 60.2°F
Apr 10 60.9°F 62.3°F 60.3°F
Apr 11 60.5°F 62.2°F 60.5°F
Apr 12 60.9°F 62.3°F 60.5°F
Apr 13 60.3°F 62.9°F 60.6°F
Apr 14 60.1°F 63.8°F 60.6°F
Apr 15 59.8°F 63.0°F 60.7°F
Apr 16 60.2°F 62.5°F 60.7°F
Apr 17 60.3°F 62.4°F 61.1°F
Apr 18 61.4°F 62.1°F 61.3°F
Apr 19 61.6°F 61.5°F 61.3°F
Apr 20 61.0°F 60.9°F 61.1°F
Apr 21 61.4°F 60.0°F 60.8°F
Apr 22 61.4°F 60.8°F 60.8°F
Apr 23 61.7°F 60.5°F 61.0°F
Apr 24 61.8°F 61.2°F 61.1°F
Apr 25 61.8°F 61.4°F 61.2°F
Apr 26 62.0°F 60.8°F 61.3°F
Apr 27 62.0°F 60.4°F 61.3°F
Apr 28 62.2°F 61.6°F 61.5°F
Apr 29 62.1°F 61.4°F 61.4°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 60.5°F in Winter, 60.6°F in Spring, 65.6°F in Summer, and 66.0°F in Autumn.