🇳🇬 Lagos vs 🇦🇺 Sydney

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Lagos

overcast clouds

85°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 91°F

H 85°F / L 85°F

Humidity: 64%

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Sydney

overcast clouds

59°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 59°F

H 63°F / L 57°F

Humidity: 87%

Climate Overview

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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.

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Sydney

Humid subtropical — warm summers, mild winters, year-round sunshine

Best monthsSeptember, October, November, March, April
AvoidJanuary, February (heat waves), July (coolest and grey)
Annual rain48 inches (1,217 mm)

Sydney enjoys one of the world's best climates. Summers are warm with beach weather; winters are mild enough for outdoor activities. The city is split between coastal suburbs (cooled by sea breezes) and inland western suburbs (dramatically hotter in summer).

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇳🇬 Lagos🇦🇺 Sydney
Spring

60–73°F

September–November

Summer

72–82°F

December–February

Fall

62–75°F

March–May

Winter

50–63°F

June–August

Lagos vs Sydney: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Lagos or Sydney have better weather?

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

When is the best time to visit Lagos vs Sydney?

Best time for Lagos: November, December, January. Best time for Sydney: September, October, November, March, April.

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