Rainy Season - April - November

The month of April continues to see the continuation of March’s hot and humid weather, many events are held during this season around the Easter holidays. There are festivals and events such as the GTCO Food and Drink Festival, Gidi Culture Festival, and the Lagos International Jazz Festival. The months of May through September are the times of heavy rains that can cause delays and impede The weather is hot and humid during these months, and many activities take place indoors due to heat and the risk of downpours. There are some good days to get out to the beach when it's sunny and dry.

June and July bring the wettest weather with heavy downpours that can cause flash floods and severe traffic congestion in parts of the country. The months of August, September, October, and November are the shoulder season in Nigeria a good time of year for budget travelers. August is considerably drier and then the rains return in September and last through November. The weather and rain are much milder this time of year. The months of March to July and September are characterized by hot, humid, and rainy weather. From late October through November, the dry season begins to creep in and bring in cooler, dryer temperatures. The weather during the last few months of the year brings perfect weather conditions for outdoor events. November kicks off the festive season in the country with several events and festivals occurring during this time.