Lagos Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 06:40 (Europe/Lisbon)
Portugal · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 06:40 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
16.9°C
62.4°F
Cold water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 17.1°C (62.8°F).
Recent trend
Holding fairly steady
Seven-day average: 17.2°C, versus 17.2°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Cold water
Use a full 3-5 mm wetsuit and keep the session within your cold-water experience.
Cold tolerance varies. Wind, session length, sunshine, and exertion also affect comfort; temperature alone does not describe sea conditions.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for Lagos, monthly averages range from about 17.1°C (62.8°F) in August to 18.4°C (65.1°F) in July.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Lagos has been 17.7°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 16.5°C / 61.7°F | 18.0°C / 64.5°F | 20.2°C / 68.4°F |
| July | 16.6°C / 61.9°F | 18.4°C / 65.1°F | 22.0°C / 71.6°F |
| August | 16.5°C / 61.7°F | 17.1°C / 62.8°F | 18.0°C / 64.4°F |
Profile calculated from 1647 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Lagos
Algarve cliffs and grottoes with clear Atlantic coves around Ponta da Piedade.
- Area
- Algarve
Lagos Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Lagos today?
The current sea surface temperature in Lagos is 16.9°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 17.7°C.
When is the water warmest in Lagos?
The warmest monthly average in the Lagos archive is July, at around 18.4°C (65.1°F).
When is the water coldest in Lagos?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is August, at around 17.1°C (62.8°F). A wetsuit is usually recommended during this period.
Can you swim in Lagos today?
The water is 16.9°C. It may feel cool, but a wetsuit or short swims can help.
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