Lima weather in August (Provincia de Lima, Peru)
How is the weather in Lima in August? This guide provides all the details you need.
In Lima the weather in August is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 19°C. But by evening, they drop to around 15°C. On average, it is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year. However the temperature is still pleasant and it won't ever get really cold.
Lima in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 17 mm for the month. Typically around 2 days of rainfall is expected.
The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 32 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lima climate page with graphs.
Lima, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
15°C
Max Temperature
19°C
Water Temperature
17°C
Chance of Rain
7%
Precipitation
17 mm
Rainy days
2 days
Humidity
85%
Windspeed
11 km/h
Sunshine
32 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Peru in August
Find out more about the weather in Peru in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Lima in August?
For visitors traveling to Lima, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 17°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.
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