Lagos · October
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 84°F, dipping to 76°F at night. Humidity averages 87% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 30 rain days — plan around the radar. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
84° / 76°F
Humidity
87%
Rain days
30/mo
Wind
9 mph
What October feels like in Lagos
Sunrise
06:32
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:31
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Lagos in October
The kit for October in Lagos: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
+2° avg high
0 rain days
Lagos in September →
October
84°F avg high
30 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
-2° avg high
+4 rain days
Lagos in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Lagos in October?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Lagos in October?+
Average high 84°F, average low 76°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Lagos?+
Compared to September (avg high 82°F), October is warmer. Compared to November (avg high 86°F), October is cooler.
Does it rain often in Lagos in October?+
Expect about 30 measurable rain days in October, on average.