Best Time to Visit Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
Lagos is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Lagos for sunny, dry weather is December–January — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through August and November–April; the wetter half falls in May–July and September–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 25.2°C / 77.4°F in August to 28.7°C / 83.7°F in March, with rainfall from 18 mm / 0.7 in (January) to 304 mm / 12 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Lagos's climate is broadly tropical. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.5°C81.5°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 27.5°C81.5°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lagos?
The best time to visit Lagos for sunny, dry weather is January, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is March averaging 28.7°C / 83.7°F, and the driest is January with about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Lagos's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Lagos?
The rainy season at Lagos, Lagos runs through May–July and September–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 139 mm / 5.5 in. The wettest single month is June (304 mm / 12 in).
What is the driest month in Lagos?
The driest month in Lagos is January, averaging about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 27.5°C / 81.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Lagos?
The least comfortable months for travel to Lagos — based on point-value climate at the city — are May, June, July, August, September. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 304 mm / 12 in in June, and the coldest month averages 25.2°C / 77.4°F.
Is Lagos climate different from Nigeria overall?
Yes, usually. Our Lagos figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Nigeria figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Lagos specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.