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Lagos in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Lagos in November 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Very warm water
Lagos in November usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +30°C and roughly 1 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 22 rainy days with an average precipitation of 78 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+30°C
Avg. max. temperature
+23°C
Min.
+33°C
Max.
78 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
22 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lagos has OK weather in November.

Average temperature in Lagos in November

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

The temperature in November is +31°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +32°C during the day and a minimum of +25°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +30°C to +31°C.

Is Lagos warm or cold in November?

Lagos is typically warm in November.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +29°C to +30°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +24°C to +25°C.

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

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

Water temperature in Lagos in November

Water in Lagos in November is Very warm. It varies from +27°C to +29°C, with an average of +28°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +30°C.

The water temperature in November is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Lagos are reached in May, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +25°C.

Can you swim in Lagos in November?

You can definitely swim in Lagos in November, the water is very warm (+28°C in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in Lagos in November

Lagos weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+29°C+30°C+31°C
Min. temperature
+22°C+23°C+20°C
Max. temperature
+32°C+33°C+35°C
Rainfall
166 mm78 mm37 mm
Wind
2 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+28°C+28°C+28°C
Humidity
86%84%81%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1010 HPa1010 HPa
Sunny days
016
Cloudy days
016
Rainy days
222218
Snowy days
000

November weather is still as ok as in October. It’s getting warmer as November arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +29°C to +30°C during the day. As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 166 mm to 78 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 86% to 84%. Winds are calmer in comparison to October, going down from 2 m/s to 1 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in November, from 0 to 1.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in December as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Lagos in November 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 November, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Lagos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in November stands at 83%, leading to total precipitation of around 105 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain. November is a pretty wet month with over 25 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how November 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 November in Lagos?

This is the weather in Lagos in November 2023:
1 November
☁️
+30°C
2 November
☁️
+31°C
3 November
☀️
+31°C
4 November
🌧️
+31°C
5 November
☀️
+30°C
6 November
☁️
+30°C
7 November
☁️
+30°C
8 November
🌧️
+31°C
9 November
☁️
+30°C
10 November
☀️
+32°C
11 November
🌧️
+31°C
12 November
☁️
+31°C
13 November
☁️
+31°C
14 November
🌧️
+31°C
15 November
☁️
+28°C
16 November
☀️
+32°C
17 November
☀️
+32°C
18 November
☀️
+31°C
19 November
☀️
+32°C
20 November
☀️
+31°C
21 November
☁️
+32°C
22 November
🌧️
+31°C
23 November
☀️
+31°C
24 November
🌧️
+30°C
25 November
☁️
+30°C
26 November
🌧️
+27°C
27 November
☀️
+32°C
28 November
☀️
+31°C
29 November
🌧️
+31°C
30 November
☀️
+31°C
In November 2023 Lagos had 12 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +31°C, with an absolute maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +27°C. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 66%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in November?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Lagos climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+29°C) and the highest in 2020 (+31°C). 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 November:

Is November a good time to visit Lagos?

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

Can you sunbathe in Lagos in November?

November 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 November?

Yes, you can swim in Lagos in November, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +28°C, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Lagos rainy in November?

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

Is it sunny in Lagos in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Lagos in November, 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.