Lagos in August
The weather in August
In August, Lagos averages daytime highs of 26° and night-time lows of 24° — warm weather by day. Expect around 99 mm of precipitation spread over about 21 wet days, with average cloud cover near 50%.
Temperatures are much the same as in July, and September brings little change. The sea averages 25°, comfortably warm for swimming.
August scores 54/100 — fair conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 4th of the twelve months for Lagos. For the most comfortable weather, consider January, February and December instead.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:42 and sets at 19:02 local time, giving 12 h 20 min of daylight. Days shorten by 9 minutes over the month.
Why 54/100?
How the score for August is builtBeach score this month: 70/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Around Lagos this month
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Lagos in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Lagos?
August scores 54/100 for Lagos, which we rate as fair. Average highs are 26°C with 21 wet days.
How warm is Lagos in August?
Daytime highs average 26°C and night-time lows 24°C in August.
Does it rain a lot in Lagos in August?
Lagos receives about 99 mm of precipitation in August, falling on around 21 days.
Can you swim in Lagos in August?
The sea averages 25°C in August, warm enough for most swimmers.