Lagos vs Accra

Lagos and Accra are closely matched in March. 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 can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Accra runs hot at 31°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Lagos is the stronger choice in March. Accra receives 7 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Lagos reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night during March. 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 26°C (79°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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

Lagos receives approximately 140 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Accra sees 55 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Lagos the drier option by 1 rain day and 85 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.