October 17 is generally a great time to visit Lagos. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 23°C weather. As it's peak season for Lagos, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Lagos
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.301
Lagos Weather Forecast for October 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 22.8°C. 19% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Lagos in October
Based on historical data for October 17, Lagos typically experiences temperatures between 16°C and 22.8°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Lagos
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
22.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
16°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.3°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
19%
Avg 1.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
54%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.9 hPa
Medium volatility
Lagos Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 99% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 53 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 80 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 133 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
18.8°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Portugal
Flight Traffic
High
88/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~123
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Lagos
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:45
☀️ Noon
12:21
🌇 Sunset
17:57
⏱️ Daylight
11h 12m
Wind Speed
18.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Lagos
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Lagos on October 17 averages 22.8°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 97/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Lagos Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
October 10
24.6°C • 14% rain
Score
100
October 13
23.9°C • 14% rain
Score
100
October 14
23.5°C • 12% rain
Score
100
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Lagos Worth Visiting on October 17?
Planning a trip to Lagos on October 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 22.8°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 123 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Portugal, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 18.9°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.78m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 26.5°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 10.5°C in 2020.