Lekki Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Lekki, Nigeria, enjoys a steady climate throughout the year, with daytime temperatures typically around 30°C (86°F). February is the warmest month at 31°C (88°F), while August is the coolest at 28°C (82°F).
With around 1851 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, Lekki has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct rainy season from May to July. The wettest month is June. The sunniest month is December, with 6.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Lekki
The temperature in Lekki remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C (88°F) in February. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 28°C (82°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 27°C (81°F) in February to 24°C (75°F) in August.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Lekki
Lekki has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1851 mm (73 in) of rainfall annually. Lekki can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 327 mm (13 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 38 mm (1.5 in) of precipitation spread across 2 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Lekki Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Lekki
Lekki can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of December under a blue sky, with approximately 6.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in July, with only 3.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Lekki by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 87%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 76%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Lekki 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Lekki
Lekki has warm weather with temperatures ranging from 28°C (82°F) to 31°C (88°F) throughout the year. The best time to visit is during January, February, November and December, when rainfall is at its lowest, making it a great time for sightseeing and exploring all the place has to offer.For a more comfortable experience, start your day early when the weather is cooler, or take advantage of the gentle breezes in the late afternoon.
The rainy season occurs during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the area experiences its heaviest rainfall. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
