Lagos
Africa's biggest megacity by population, running on a nightlife and Afrobeats scene that shapes what half the continent listens to, an art gallery scene exploding in confidence, and a beach getaway on the edge of it all for whenever the traffic finally wins.
The best time to visit Lagos is Nov–Feb, when typical daytime highs reach about 33°C (92°F). Local time there is 19:46 (UTC+1).
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The year at a glance
January · high 33°C · rain 26mm · 11.8h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C92°F | 26mm1.0in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
| February | 34°C93°F | 29mm1.1in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| March | 32°C90°F | 83mm3.3in | 12.1h12.1h | |
| April | 32°C90°F | 84mm3.3in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| May | 31°C88°F | 140mm5.5in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| June | 29°C84°F | 219mm8.6in | 12.5h12.5h | |
| July | 28°C83°F | 199mm7.8in | 12.5h12.5h | |
| August | 28°C83°F | 127mm5.0in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| September | 29°C83°F | 237mm9.3in | 12.1h12.1h | |
| October | 29°C85°F | 210mm8.3in | 12.0h12.0h | |
| November | 31°C88°F | 70mm2.8in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
| December | 33°C91°F | 17mm0.7in | 11.7h11.7h | in the recommended window |
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When is the best time to visit Lagos?
The best time to visit Lagos is Nov–Feb, when typical daytime highs reach about 33°C (92°F).
How warm does Lagos get?
Typical daytime highs in Lagos are Mar–May 32°C (89°F), Jun–Aug 29°C (83°F), Sep–Nov 30°C (85°F), Dec–Feb 33°C (92°F).
Is Lagos expensive?
On the ground, Lagos is cheap.
What sort of trip is Lagos good for?
Lagos is good for history and culture, food and drink, beach and sun holidays, bucket-list trips.
How rainy is Lagos?
The wettest month in Lagos is September at 237mm (9.3in), the driest December at 17mm (0.7in), with a monthly average of 120mm (4.7in).
What plug do I need for Lagos?
Lagos uses type D, G sockets at 230 V.
