Normal weather for Lagos in May
It's warm in May in Lagos with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 18°C.
In May, there is an average of 20 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The water temperature at Lagos is 18°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit on the chilly side.
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Lagos in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
23°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
25°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
21°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
20 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
4 days | 8 days | |
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Start of May
The month of May starts in Lagos with warm temperatures, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights close to 16°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 24°C, with nights close to 17°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Lagos will be around 24°C, with nights close to 17°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
Is May a good time to visit Lagos?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Lagos. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Lagos in May
With 34°C, Lagos hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 8°C to a high of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Lagos
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Lagos, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Lagos
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Lagos, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 4 days of rain in Lagos.
Daily UV Index in May in Lagos
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Lagos, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Lagos Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Lagos, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Lagos Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Lagos, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Lagos
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Average Weather in Lagos by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Lagos. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
