🇹🇷 Istanbul vs 🇳🇬 Lagos

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Istanbul

clear sky

56°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 54°F

H 56°F / L 55°F

Humidity: 52%

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Lagos

thunderstorm

84°F

Thunderstorm

Feels like 97°F

H 84°F / L 84°F

Humidity: 84%

Climate Overview

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Istanbul

Mediterranean-influenced humid subtropical — warm summers, cool wet winters

Best monthsApril, May, September, October
AvoidDecember, January (cold and rainy), July, August (peak crowds and heat)
Annual rain29 inches (744 mm)

Istanbul straddles two continents with a climate to match. The Bosphorus creates a persistent wind corridor that moderates summer heat. Winters are cold and rainy with occasional snow. Spring and fall are exceptional.

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Lagos

Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons

Best monthsNovember, December, January
AvoidJune, July (peak of heavy rains and flooding)
Annual rain68 inches (1,726 mm)

Lagos is hot and humid year-round. The wet season (April–October) brings heavy rains and periodic flooding; the dry season (November–March) is the best time to visit. The harmattan wind (December–February) brings dry, hazy air from the Sahara.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇹🇷 Istanbul🇳🇬 Lagos
Spring

46–68°F

March–May

Summer

72–86°F

June–August

Fall

57–77°F

September–November

Winter

38–48°F

December–February

Istanbul vs Lagos: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Istanbul or Lagos have better weather?

Istanbul and Lagos have very different climates. Mediterranean-influenced humid subtropical — warm summers, cool wet winters Lagos: Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Istanbul vs Lagos?

Best time for Istanbul: April, May, September, October. Best time for Lagos: November, December, January.

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