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Lagos in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Lagos in October and see if it is worth visiting.
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October

Weather in Lagos in October 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Warm water
Lagos in October usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +84°F and roughly 0 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 22 rainy days with an average precipitation of 166 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
166 mm
Total precipitation
86%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
0 ⛅️
Cloudy
22 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lagos has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Lagos in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Lagos for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in October is +86°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +90°F during the day and a minimum of +75°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +86°F.

Is Lagos warm or cold in October?

Lagos is typically warm in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +75°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Lagos:

Water temperature in Lagos in October

Water in Lagos in October is Warm. It varies from +80°F to +84°F, with an average of +82°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +84°F.

In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Lagos are reached in May, when the average sea temperature rises to +84°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +78°F.

Can you swim in Lagos in October?

You can absolutely swim in Lagos in October, the water is warm (+82°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Lagos in October

Lagos weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+82°F+84°F+86°F
Min. temperature
+72°F+72°F+73°F
Max. temperature
+88°F+90°F+91°F
Rainfall
174 mm166 mm78 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s1 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+79°F+82°F+83°F
Humidity
87%86%84%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1011 HPa1010 HPa
Sunny days
001
Cloudy days
101
Rainy days
252222
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting warmer as October arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +82°F to +84°F during the day. As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 174 mm to 166 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 87% to 86%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Lagos in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Lagos is gradually increasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Lagos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 94%, leading to total precipitation of around 152 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 18 mm, which is considered light rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 29 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Lagos wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 266 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 52% chance of precipitation and 31 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Lagos?

This is the weather in Lagos in October 2023:
1 October
🌧️
+87°F
2 October
🌧️
+87°F
3 October
☀️
+87°F
4 October
🌧️
+86°F
5 October
🌧️
+84°F
6 October
☁️
+85°F
7 October
🌧️
+85°F
8 October
☁️
+86°F
9 October
🌧️
+87°F
10 October
☀️
+87°F
11 October
🌧️
+88°F
12 October
🌧️
+86°F
13 October
☁️
+87°F
14 October
🌧️
+85°F
15 October
☁️
+85°F
16 October
🌧️
+85°F
17 October
🌧️
+82°F
18 October
☁️
+88°F
19 October
☁️
+88°F
20 October
☀️
+87°F
21 October
☁️
+87°F
22 October
☁️
+87°F
23 October
☁️
+86°F
24 October
⛈️
+86°F
25 October
🌧️
+87°F
26 October
☀️
+88°F
27 October
☀️
+88°F
28 October
☀️
+88°F
29 October
☀️
+90°F
30 October
🌧️
+88°F
31 October
☁️
+85°F
In October 2023 Lagos had 7 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 13 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 75%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Lagos climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Lagos in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+84°F) and the highest in 2020 (+87°F). The driest year was 2013 with only 1129 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1980 with 2312 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Lagos in October:

Is October a good time to visit Lagos?

It’s always a good time to visit Lagos, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Lagos in October?

October is warm in Lagos. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Lagos in October?

Yes, you can swim in Lagos in October, the water temperature averaging at +82°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Lagos rainy in October?

Lagos is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Lagos in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Lagos in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Nigeria

Check out the weather for other cities in Nigeria.

Monthly weather in Lagos

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Lagos, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.