Lima in May
7.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
14Rainy days (107 mm)
14:16 hDaylight
06:25Sunrise · 20:41 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.1 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.1 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C | -6°C | 75 mm | 11 | – | – | 3.8 |
| February | 4°C | -5°C | 63 mm | 9 | – | – | 4.5 |
| March | 10°C | 0°C | 87 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.4 |
| April | 17°C | 6°C | 110 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.4 |
| May | 22°C | 12°C | 107 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.1 |
| June | 27°C | 17°C | 102 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 28°C | 19°C | 88 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| August | 27°C | 18°C | 84 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| September | 24°C | 14°C | 67 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| October | 18°C | 8°C | 72 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.2 |
| November | 10°C | 2°C | 78 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.9 |
| December | 4°C | -3°C | 74 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.5 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Lima in May?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
The best months are September, August, July, June.