Ikoyi weather in January (Nigeria)

Will it be warm or cold in Ikoyi this January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Ikoyi usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 31°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 25°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Ikoyi in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 37 mm for the month. The month is known for having the least precipitation of the year. Make the most of the sunshine and clear skies. Past climate data indicates that roughly 2 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 163 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Ikoyi. January, February, March, August, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May and June tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ikoyi climate page with graphs.

 

Ikoyi, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 5%  

Precipitation 37 mm  

Rainy days 2 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 163 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Lagos, Nigeria (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in Nigeria in January

Find out more about the weather in Nigeria and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

9/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Ikoyi.

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