Our verdict
The best time to visit Lagos is May
In summer, the temperature in Lagos can rise as high as 26℃ (79℉). In the winter, temperatures can get down to 10℃ (49℉) around February.
The days are longest in Lagos in July, so if you want to see the sights during the day when the sun is up for the longest time, it’s best to visit around that time of year. To stay dry, avoid travelling to Lagos in November – It’s the wettest month of the year.
Continue reading to find out more about when to visit Lagos, including the climate, seasonal info, what to pack, FAQs, and the best tools to help you plan and book your next vacation.
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Lagos seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Lagos as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Lagos is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Lagos
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Lagos for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Lagos climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Lagos for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Lagos in January
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 20 days
- Average rainfall: 9mm (0") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lagos in January, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Lagos in February
- Average temperature: 14℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 19 days
- Average rainfall: 7mm (0") over 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lagos in February, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Lagos in March
- Average temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 19 days
- Average rainfall: 11mm (0") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lagos in March, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Lagos in April
- Average temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 19 days
- Average rainfall: 12mm (0") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lagos in April, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Lagos in May
- Average temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 6mm (0") over 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lagos in May, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Lagos in June
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 2mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lagos in June, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Lagos in July
- Average temperature: 21℃ (71℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average low temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 30 days
- Average rainfall: 1mm (0") over 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lagos in July, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Lagos in August
- Average temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average humidity: 71%
- Average sunny days: 29 days
- Average rainfall: 1mm (0") over 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lagos in August, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Lagos in September
- Average temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (74℉)
- Average low temperature: 20℃ (67℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 3mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lagos in September, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
Lagos in October
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 22 days
- Average rainfall: 11mm (0") over 8 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lagos in October, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Lagos in November
- Average temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 19mm (1") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lagos in November, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Lagos in December
- Average temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (62℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 21 days
- Average rainfall: 12mm (0") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lagos in December, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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