Lima weather in July
Should you visit Lima in July?
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: July is Lima's sweet spot—you'll enjoy mild temperatures between 14-19°C without any rain to worry about. Pack layers because mornings feel chilly, but afternoons warm up nicely for exploring. With over 10 hours of daily sun, you're set for wandering colonial neighborhoods, museums, and seaside spots, though the ocean stays cool at 17°C if you're thinking of swimming.
Lima in July by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
What to expect in July
🎯 Open terraces and outdoor markets — best season for al fresco dining In July, Lima sees 19°C during the day with 10.7h of sunshine per day. Rain is virtually absent (0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if February (8.8/10) remains theoretically better.
All months for Lima
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 20°C | 24°C | 11% | 0.4 | 11.5h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ February | 21°C | 26°C | 14% | 0.5 | 11.1h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ March | 21°C | 25°C | 18% | 0.6 | 11.2h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 19°C | 23°C | 4% | 0.1 | 11.4h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 17°C | 21°C | 0% | 0.0 | 10.8h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 15°C | 19°C | 0% | 0.0 | 10.4h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 14°C | 19°C | 0% | 0.0 | 10.7h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 14°C | 18°C | 0% | 0.0 | 10.4h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 14°C | 19°C | 0% | 0.1 | 11.0h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 15°C | 20°C | 2% | 0.1 | 11.0h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 16°C | 21°C | 1% | 0.0 | 11.3h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 18°C | 22°C | 6% | 0.3 | 11.1h | 8.4/10 |
July vs February (best month)
The best month is February (score 8.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +7°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +14%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.4h/day