City in Lagos State, Nigeria
Lagos weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Lagos
Nov–Mar is dry; Harmattan dust hazes Dec–Feb. Apr–Oct is rainy with road floods, peaking Jun–Jul. December ('Detty December') is busiest and priciest.
Lagos weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan29°25 mm
- Feb30°32 mm
- Mar30°71 mm
- Apr29°125 mm
- May29°189 mm
- Jun28°243 mm
- Jul27°205 mm
- Aug27°114 mm
- Sep27°244 mm
- Oct28°202 mm
- Nov29°71 mm
- Dec29°24 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C85°F | 23°C74°F | 25 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| February | 30°C85°F | 25°C77°F | 32 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| March | 30°C85°F | 26°C79°F | 71 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| April | 29°C85°F | 26°C79°F | 125 mm | 86% | Pleasant |
| May | 29°C84°F | 26°C78°F | 189 mm | 87% | Rainy |
| June | 28°C82°F | 25°C76°F | 243 mm | 88% | Rainy |
| July | 27°C80°F | 24°C74°F | 205 mm | 89% | Rainy |
| August | 27°C80°F | 23°C73°F | 114 mm | 89% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C81°F | 24°C75°F | 244 mm | 90% | Rainy |
| October | 28°C82°F | 24°C76°F | 202 mm | 88% | Rainy |
| November | 29°C84°F | 25°C77°F | 71 mm | 86% | Pleasant |
| December | 29°C85°F | 24°C75°F | 24 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
Best months across Nigeria
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Lagos | Nov–Mar | Feb (30°C) |
| Abuja | Nov–Mar | Mar (35°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Lagos?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is dry; Harmattan dust hazes Dec–Feb. Apr–Oct is rainy with road floods, peaking Jun–Jul. December ('Detty December') is busiest and priciest.
When is the rainy season in Lagos?
Rain peaks in September with about 244 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Jul, Sep–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Lagos?
February, with average highs of 30°C (85°F).
How cold does Lagos get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 23°C (73°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Nigeria Immigration Service
- Lagos State Government
- Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.