May · Nigeria
Best time to visit Lagos in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lagos in May
Average temperature 28°C, 131 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
4.3/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 131 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Lagos scores 4.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 131 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lagos spreads across islands and lagoons, with Lekki's beaches, Victoria Island galleries, and mainland markets.
May in Lagos — the hardest end of the year
May averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 86%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
At 131 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 4.3/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 7.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? December scores 3.4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lagos in May?
- In May, Lagos averages 28°C, 131 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.3/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Lagos?
- May earns a 4.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lagos in May?
- Expect about 131 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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