Lagos weather in December (Nigeria)

What does the weather outlook for Lagos look like in December? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Lagos includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 31°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 26°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

Lagos in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 40 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 2 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 193 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, August, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May and June tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lagos, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 7%  

Precipitation 40 mm  

Rainy days 2 days  

Humidity 82%  

Sunshine 193 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Nigeria in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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?

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