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Ikeja Climate by Month

Ikeja has a steady very warm climate throughout the year. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Ikeja remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 28°C during cooler months like August. At night, temperatures typically average around 23°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Ikeja is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1748 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, June receives heavy rainfall, averaging 288 mm of precipitation, recorded across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, January brings less rainfall, with 37 mm over a single rainy day.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Ikeja. While December receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.4 hours, July marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Lagos, Nigeria (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Lagos, Nigeria (16 KM, 10 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Ikeja in Nigeria

Ikeja has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 32°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Ikeja?
    Rainy season in Ikeja occurs in the months of May, June, July, September and October.
  • Which is the hottest month in Ikeja?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Ikeja?
    The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Ikeja?
    June tops the wettest month list with 288 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Ikeja?
    January is the driest month with 37 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Ikeja?
    December is the sunniest month with an average of 193 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Ikeja

    Thu   Nov 21
    34°C | 26°C
    SW 14 km/h
    0.4 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    33°C | 26°C
    SW 11 km/h
    2.3 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    33°C | 25°C
    SW 11 km/h
    0.8 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain