Lima weather in August
Should you visit Lima in August?
✅ 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: August is Lima's sweet spot if you love mild, dry weather without summer crowds. You'll enjoy crisp sunny days around 15–18°C with virtually zero rain—perfect for exploring colonial neighborhoods and coastal cliffs. Pack layers though; evenings dip to 14°C, and the ocean stays cool at 17°C, so this is ideal for walkers and sightseers rather than beach swimmers.
Lima in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
What to expect in August
In August, Lima sees 18°F during the day with 10.4h 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 °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 68°F | 75°F | 11% | 0.0in | 11.5h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ February | 70°F | 79°F | 14% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ March | 70°F | 77°F | 18% | 0.0in | 11.2h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 66°F | 73°F | 4% | 0.0in | 11.4h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 63°F | 70°F | 0% | 0.0in | 10.8h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 59°F | 66°F | 0% | 0.0in | 10.4h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 57°F | 66°F | 0% | 0.0in | 10.7h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 57°F | 64°F | 0% | 0.0in | 10.4h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 57°F | 66°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 59°F | 68°F | 2% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 61°F | 70°F | 1% | 0.0in | 11.3h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 64°F | 72°F | 6% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 8.4/10 |
August vs February (best month)
The best month is February (score 8.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +8°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +14%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.7h/day