The best times to visit Lekki for ideal weather are

December 10th to March 4th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Lekki Travel Info

Weather in Lekki

Temperature

Average temperatures in Lekki vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 14th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Lekki, the hottest months are March, April, and then February. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid March where highs are regularly around 93.3°F (34.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 78.7°F (25.9°C) at night.

Lekki Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Lekki Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Lekki Perceived Temperature (F)

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Lekki Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Lekki Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 91.9 80.7 73.1
Feb 92.4 83 76.2
Mar 92.8 83.9 77.8
Apr 91.5 83 76.5
May 89.6 81.6 75.6
Jun 85.6 79.1 74.5
Jul 83.9 78 73.9
Aug 83.6 77.6 73.8
Sep 85.1 78.4 74.2
Oct 87.1 79.2 74
Nov 90.4 81 74.8
Dec 92.1 81.1 73.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 33.3 27.1 22.8
Feb 33.6 28.3 24.6
Mar 33.8 28.8 25.4
Apr 33.1 28.3 24.7
May 32 27.6 24.2
Jun 29.8 26.2 23.6
Jul 28.8 25.6 23.3
Aug 28.7 25.3 23.2
Sep 29.5 25.8 23.4
Oct 30.6 26.2 23.3
Nov 32.4 27.2 23.8
Dec 33.4 27.3 23.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Lekki are January, December, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid August. For example, on the week of August 13th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 25th.

When can you find snow in Lekki? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Lekki.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Lekki (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 4% 0 1.4
Feb 7% 0 1.6
Mar 15% 0 2
Apr 16% 0 4.9
May 24% 0 8.2
Jun 38% 0 10.6
Jul 28% 0 7
Aug 12% 0 3.3
Sep 28% 0 7.3
Oct 26% 0 6.5
Nov 20% 0 4.8
Dec 5% 0 1.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 3.6
Feb 7 0 4.1
Mar 15 0 5.1
Apr 16 0 12.4
May 24 0 20.8
Jun 38 0 26.9
Jul 28 0 17.8
Aug 12 0 8.4
Sep 28 0 18.5
Oct 26 0 16.5
Nov 20 0 12.2
Dec 5 0 3.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Lekki has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is January (65.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (84.7%).

Wind in Lekki is usually calm. The windiest month is August, followed by April and July. August’s average wind speed of around 6.4 knots (7.3 MPH or 11.8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early May where average top sustained speeds reach 16.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Lekki.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.3 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Feb 5.3 Light breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Mar 5.7 Light breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Apr 5.8 Light breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
May 4.7 Light breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Jun 4.6 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Jul 5.7 Light breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Aug 6.4 Light breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Sep 5.2 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Oct 4.2 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Nov 3.6 Barely noticeable 11.2 Significant breeze
Dec 3.6 Barely noticeable 10.4 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 65.7%
Feb 73.5%
Mar 73.5%
Apr 75.9%
May 79.2%
Jun 84.7%
Jul 84.5%
Aug 82.8%
Sep 83.8%
Oct 83.3%
Nov 80.4%
Dec 72.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Lekki?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat unsafe, especially in some areas. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are strong travel warnings and regional advisories for Nigeria; avoid non-essential travel and all travel to some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 28, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Lekki, Nigeria is October, followed by July and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Lekki in February. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 36 in February means 36% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Lekki Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 93.3°F (34.1°C) and 87.5°F (30.8°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 4 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Lekki, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91.6°F (33.1°C) and 84.1°F (28.9°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Lekki to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 92.9°F (33.8°C) and 91.1°F (32.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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