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Lagos weather in January (Nigeria)

Thinking of visiting Lagos in January? Check the weather first! Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Lagos typically includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 31°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 25°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Lagos in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 37 mm for the month. With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Plan your events and outings without worrying about rain. 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 Lagos. 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 Lagos climate page with graphs.

 

Lagos, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 5%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 37 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
SunshineSunshine 163 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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.

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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 Lagos.

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