Lagos vs Accra

Lagos and Accra are closely matched in January. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Lagos sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Accra runs hot at 31°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in January. Accra receives 10 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Lagos reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Accra averages 31°C (88°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Lagos receives approximately 79 mm of rainfall across 7 rain days during January. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Accra sees 26 mm over 7 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.