NigeriaAverage weather for Lagos in December
It's hot in December in Lagos with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Lagos with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 26°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 25°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Lagos is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Lagos is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
In December, there is an average of 40 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Lagos in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
34°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
35°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
33°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
40 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
3 days | 17 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Lagos?
December is a good month to be in Lagos for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2022, Lagos reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Lagos
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Lagos, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Lagos
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Lagos, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed 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 it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 3 days of precipitation in Lagos.
Daily UV index in December in Lagos
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December 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 December in Lagos over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Lagos, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Lagos over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Lagos, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Lagos
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Lagos. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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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.
