Lima weather and climate
Lima weather and climate
Day
20 °C
Night
13 °C
Sea
17 °C
Precipitation
1 mm
in month
Rainy days
0 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
88 %
Day
20 °C
Night
13 °C
Sea
17 °C
Precipitation
1 mm
in month
Rainy days
0 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
88 %
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Weather overview for Lima
Weather overview
Lima (Peru) is a place with a tropical climate. The day temperatures range from 19.3 °C (66.7 °F) in August to 27.7 °C (81.9 °F) in February. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in February with 19.0 °C (66.2 °F), the lowest in August with 13.1 °C (55.6 °F). The least rainy month in Lima is June with its 0 days of rain, the rainiest month is October, when it rains 0 days.
January weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 26.7 °C (80.1 °F) in Lima, and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed too, with its value of 21.0 °C (69.7 °F). There is pending dry season in January. The rise of the night temperature can be observed, with its value being 18.2 °C (64.8 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value of 6 hours. The wind speed is on its maximum, its value is 4.1.
February weather
The maximum of the day temperature is observable in Lima, and the sea temperature reaches its maximum as well in this month. The night temperature is on its maximum in this month. The dry season continues. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value being 7 hours. The humidity is on its minimum, with its value being 81 %.
March weather
The rainfall amount reaches its maximum, with its value of 1 mm (0.06 in) in Lima. The dry season continues this month. The night temperature starts to descent in this month.
April weather
The day temperature descent's start could be observed in Lima, and the sea temperature descent's start could be observed too, its value is 19.9 °C (67.8 °F). The descent of the night temperature can be observed, with its value of 16.7 °C (62.1 °F). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed in April. The dry season is close to its peak.
May weather
The descent of the sea temperature can be observed, with its value being 18.9 °C (65.9 °F) in Lima, and the day temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, the value of this measure is 22.6 °C (72.7 °F). The dry season is taking place in May. The night temperature continues to descent, its value is 15.2 °C (59.4 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent, its value is 4 hours.
June weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month in Lima, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value of 18.3 °C (65.0 °F). The number of rainy days is on its minimum, its value is 0 days. The night temperature continues to descent, its value is 14.4 °C (57.9 °F). The wind speed is on its minimum in June. The day length is on its minimum, with its value being 11 hours.
July weather
The sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 17.8 °C (64.0 °F) in Lima, and the day temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value of 19.6 °C (67.3 °F). There is pending dry season. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 13.6 °C (56.5 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, with its value being 1 hours.
August weather
The minimum of the day temperature is observable, with its value being 19.3 °C (66.7 °F) in Lima, while the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 17.2 °C (62.9 °F). The dry season is close to its peak. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable, the value of this measure is 1 hours. The minimum of the night temperature is observable, its value is 13.1 °C (55.6 °F).
September weather
The sea temperature reaches its minimum, its value is 16.9 °C (62.5 °F) in Lima, while the day temperature rise's start could be observed in September. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 2 hours. The maximum of the humidity can be noticed, with its value of 88 %. There is pending dry season.
October weather
The maximum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value of 0 days in Lima. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 21.3 °C (70.3 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value being 3 hours. There is pending dry season.
November weather
The sea temperature rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 17.8 °C (64.0 °F) in Lima, while the day temperature continues to rise. The dry season continues in November. The rainfall amount reaches its minimum in November. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 4 hours. The beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed, with its value being 14.5 °C (58.1 °F).
December weather
The sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 19.5 °C (67.2 °F) in Lima, and the day temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, with its value being 25.5 °C (77.9 °F). The dry season is taking place. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 5 hours. The rise of the night temperature can be observed, with its value of 16.0 °C (60.8 °F). The maximum of the day length is observable, with its value of 13 hours.
FAQs
Is it hot in February in Lima?
In February in Lima, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
How many hours of sun to expect in April in Lima?
In April in Lima, you can expect around 7 hours of sunshine.
How humid is Lima in May?
Humidity in Lima in May is 85 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.
How windy is Lima in June?
In Lima in June, there will be an average wind scale of 2.9. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.
Is July part of the dry season in Lima?
Yes, there is a dry season in Lima in July with just 0 days during the month being rainy.
What is the night temperature in August in Lima?
The average night temperature in August in Lima is 13.1 °C (55.6 °F). Nights can be cooler, morning running can be refreshing but choose appropriate clothing, evening outdoor sitting can be pleasant but you can also be cold.
What is the average number of rainy days in Lima in September?
There are 0 days, which are rainy in Lima in September, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.1 days of the week, or in general - 1 % days.
What is the temperature in Lima during the day in October?
In October in Lima, the average daily temperatures will be 21.3 °C (70.3 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
Is November a good month to visit Lima?
November is the best month to visit Lima. You can expect just 0 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 22.8 °C (73.0 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The temperature of 14.5 °C (58.1 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
What is the sea temperature in Lima in December?
The sea will reach 19.5 °C (67.2 °F) in December in Lima. At this sea temperature, swimming probably won't be the best experience. You probably won't like to stay in water for a long time. On the other hand, there are a minority of people who seek these conditions.