Climate Chart of Lagos, Nigeria
Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023
For Lagos, Nigeria, the climate data describe 2013–2023. Monthly mean temperatures stay within a relatively narrow range: the supplied mean across monthly means is 26.9 °C, with the warmest monthly mean in March at 28.4 °C and the coolest in August at 25.1 °C. Rainfall and sunshine vary more by month, with their supplied daily averages pointing to distinct parts of the year for visitors weighing wetter conditions against brighter skies.
Climate overview
Temperature
Monthly mean temperature reaches its highest supplied value in March, at 28.4 °C, and its lowest in August, at 25.1 °C. The unweighted mean across the monthly means is 26.9 °C; this is a summary of month-level averages, not a day-weighted annual average. These figures describe typical monthly temperature rather than daytime highs, and do not show how much temperatures can vary from day to day.
Rain
Mean daily rainfall is highest in June, at 8.82 mm/day, and lowest in December, at 0.68 mm/day. The unweighted mean of the monthly daily averages is 3.78 mm/day, rather than a monthly or annual rainfall total. For planning, the monthly contrast identifies when average daily amounts are greater or lower, but it cannot tell you whether rain falls on a particular day or how frequently rainy days occur.
Sunshine
Mean daily sunshine duration peaks in December at 10.31 hours/day, while its lowest monthly mean is in June at 7.87 hours/day. Across the monthly averages, the unweighted mean is 9.22 hours/day. These duration averages can help with broad outdoor-planning expectations, but sunshine hours are not the same as day length and do not guarantee clear skies on an individual day.
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If lower average rainfall is your priority, December is the conditional option in these figures, with mean daily rainfall of 0.68 mm/day; that does not guarantee dry days or indicate rain frequency, so flexible plans and rain protection remain sensible. For preparation around the higher-rainfall part of the calendar, note that June has the highest supplied mean daily rainfall, 8.82 mm/day. Visitors who prefer cooler monthly averages can use August as their temperature-based reference, when the monthly mean is 25.1 °C; it is not a forecast of daytime highs or daily conditions. For daylight outdoor planning, mean daily sunshine is highest in December at 10.31 hours/day and lowest in June at 7.87 hours/day. These are separate criteria, not a single best-time ranking, and sunshine duration does not promise clear weather.
Climate Data Overview for Lagos, Nigeria
Explore the comprehensive climate data for Lagos, Nigeria. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.
| Month | Average: Temperature °C | Rain (mm) / day | Snow (mm) / day | Sunshine (h) / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27.4 | 0.69 | 0.00 | 9.92 |
| Feb | 28.0 | 1.09 | 0.00 | 9.94 |
| Mar | 28.4 | 2.37 | 0.00 | 9.49 |
| Apr | 28.3 | 2.66 | 0.00 | 9.59 |
| May | 27.6 | 5.41 | 0.00 | 8.94 |
| Jun | 26.2 | 8.82 | 0.00 | 7.87 |
| Jul | 25.4 | 5.78 | 0.00 | 8.57 |
| Aug | 25.1 | 3.88 | 0.00 | 8.74 |
| Sep | 25.5 | 6.82 | 0.00 | 8.03 |
| Oct | 26.3 | 4.91 | 0.00 | 8.95 |
| Nov | 27.4 | 2.21 | 0.00 | 10.28 |
| Dec | 27.5 | 0.68 | 0.00 | 10.31 |
| Average | 26.9 | 3.78 | 0.00 | 9.22 |
