Lagos weather in October (Nigeria)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Lagos this October? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

During October, Lagos usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 29°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 25°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Lagos in October usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 181 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 170 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March, August, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May and June tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Lagos, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 181 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 87%  

Sunshine 170 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Nigeria in October

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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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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