Which is the hottest month in Lima?

The hottest time of year in Lima is normally February. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 27°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Does it ever rain in Lima?

It never rains much in Lima but August usually has the most rain with an average of 3mm. There are normally 2 days in August with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Lima?

The sunniest time of year in Lima is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 59% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Lima?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Lima in February when the water temperature reaches 21°C.

Best time to visit Lima

Q: When is the best time to visit Lima?

The best time to visit Lima is February, March and April based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit Lima?

The best time to visit Lima is February, March and April based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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The weather guide for Peru (Lima) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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