What May feels like in Lagos
May falls in Lagos's wet season — the rainfall numbers rise clearly above the dry months. The midday hours are hot; shade and water matter on long walks. Evenings ease the heat only slightly, and nights remain very warm. The air is muggy, so it feels hotter than the thermometer suggests.
Rain in Lagos in May
Rain is part of normal life this month, falling on most days. Wet days average about 7.5 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. Across the year Lagos averages about 6.4 mm per rainy day, so May is typical.
Daylight and sunshine in May
Mid-month, Lagos gets 12 h 25 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:30 am to sunset near 6:55 pm. Day length barely changes from mid-April (9 min longer). Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. Measured sunshine covers about 72% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How May compares to the rest of the year
In Lagos's temperature order, May sits as the 6th warmest month. Against April, the average high is 1°C (1.8°F) lower, with 77 mm more rain. The cooling trend carries on into June. June averages a high of 28.1°C (82.6°F).
Who May suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Lagos in May
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Sun Protection
Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses; light breathable clothes.
Quick questions
How warm is Lagos in May?
It feels hot: typical highs are 29.9°C (85.8°F), with lows near 25.7°C (78.3°F).
Does it rain a lot in Lagos in May?
Quite a lot — 180 mm spread over about 24 days.
What should I wear in Lagos in May?
Pack rain protection and sun protection. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is May or June better for visiting Lagos?
May, clearly: it ranks #8 of 12 among Lagos's months, against #12 for the other. June is cooler and has more rainy days.