Lima in May
9.0out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 22°C. Very dry: about 1 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
17°CAvg low
1Rainy days (2 mm)
11:27 hDaylight
06:21Sunrise · 17:48 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 22°C
- Very dry: about 1 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (0.8 days). 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 | 24°C | 20°C | 18 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| February | 25°C | 20°C | 31 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| March | 25°C | 20°C | 24 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| April | 23°C | 19°C | 7 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| May | 22°C | 17°C | 2 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| June | 20°C | 16°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.8 |
| July | 20°C | 16°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.7 |
| August | 19°C | 15°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.7 |
| September | 20°C | 16°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.7 |
| October | 20°C | 16°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.8 |
| November | 21°C | 17°C | 2 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| December | 23°C | 18°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Lima in May?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 17°C.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
The best months are May, November, December, April.