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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

61.8

°F

August 10, 21:14

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

62.6°F

Tomorrow:

62.0°F

Sunrise:

06:47

Sunset:

20:33

Day Length:

13 h. 46 min.

Lagos in August

Minimum:

59.3°F

Average:

61.2°F

Maximum:

63.3°F

Sea water temperature in Lagos today

As of now, in Lagos, the water temperature is 61.8°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 3.8°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 71.9°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 60.9°F on 2021.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 62.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 62.0°F, while the maximum might reach 63.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Lagos

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 27 61.3°F 64.7°F 65.6°F
Jul 28 63.6°F 65.8°F 65.8°F
Jul 29 64.3°F 65.1°F 65.8°F
Jul 30 63.7°F 66.6°F 65.7°F
Jul 31 64.7°F 68.1°F 66.1°F
Aug 1 65.2°F 68.8°F 66.3°F
Aug 2 65.4°F 70.2°F 66.2°F
Aug 3 65.5°F 71.3°F 66.0°F
Aug 4 65.6°F 72.2°F 66.2°F
Aug 5 66.2°F 74.3°F 66.6°F
Aug 6 64.8°F 75.3°F 66.4°F
Aug 7 63.5°F 73.9°F 66.3°F
Aug 8 63.9°F 71.2°F 66.3°F
Aug 9 62.6°F 70.8°F 65.9°F
Aug 10 61.8°F 70.4°F 65.6°F
Aug 11 62.0°F 70.6°F 65.8°F
Aug 12 63.0°F 74.4°F 66.9°F
Aug 13 63.1°F 74.1°F 66.9°F
Aug 14 62.9°F 75.5°F 66.7°F
Aug 15 62.9°F 75.2°F 66.7°F
Aug 16 62.7°F 74.2°F 66.5°F
Aug 17 62.9°F 74.6°F 66.8°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, 65.7°F in Summer, and 66.0°F in Autumn.