September 18 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Lagos. With minimal rain risk (9%) and pleasant highs of 26°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Lagos right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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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 September 18
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 25.9°C. 9% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Lagos in September
Based on historical data for September 18, Lagos typically experiences temperatures between 17.9°C and 25.9°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (9% 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
25.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
17.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
26.8°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
9%
Avg 0.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
33%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.8 hPa
Low volatility
Lagos Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 22 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 33 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 55 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
20.5°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Portugal
Flight Traffic
High
91/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~127
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Lagos
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:20
☀️ Noon
12:30
🌇 Sunset
18:40
⏱️ Daylight
12h 20m
Wind Speed
18.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
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
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
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 September 18 averages 25.9°C with a 9% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— 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
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📍 Is Lagos Worth Visiting on September 18?
Planning a trip to Lagos on September 18? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 25.9°C with a 9% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 127 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 17.5°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 1.08m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest September 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 30.8°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 14.9°C in 2017.