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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Lima has a arid desert climate, classified as BWn in the Köppen system. The warmest month is January with an average high of 26°C, while the coldest month is July with lows dropping to 15°C. The annual temperature range of 11°C indicates a relatively stable climate year-round.
The driest month is October with only 0 rain days and 2mm of precipitation. For travellers, October through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 82% to 82% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Lima are January, April, May. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
26°C
January
Coldest Month
15°C
July
Driest Month
0 days
October
Annual Range
11°C
15° to 26°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C | 20°C | 4 | 11h | View |
| February | 26°C | 21°C | 8 | 10h | View |
| March | 26°C | 21°C | 7 | 11h | View |
| April | 25°C | 19°C | 2 | 11h | View |
| May | 23°C | 18°C | 0 | 11h | View |
| June | 21°C | 16°C | 0 | 11h | View |
| July | 21°C | 15°C | 0 | 11h | View |
| August | 20°C | 15°C | 0 | 11h | View |
| September | 21°C | 15°C | 0 | 12h | View |
| October | 22°C | 16°C | 0 | 12h | View |
| November | 23°C | 17°C | 1 | 12h | View |
| December | 24°C | 19°C | 2 | 11h | View |
January
4 rain days, 11h sun
February
8 rain days, 10h sun
March
7 rain days, 11h sun
April
2 rain days, 11h sun
May
0 rain days, 11h sun
June
0 rain days, 11h sun
July
0 rain days, 11h sun
August
0 rain days, 11h sun
September
0 rain days, 12h sun
October
0 rain days, 12h sun
November
1 rain days, 12h sun
December
2 rain days, 11h sun
Lima in January
Data Sources for Lima
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.