Average Monthly Sunshine in Lima

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Lima receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Lima, timing is key. In April, you can enjoy up to 185 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of July provide just 30 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1240 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Lima, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.2 hours in April. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. July sees a soft sun for only 1 hour.

Lima’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Lima enjoys an average of 1240 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

February, Lima’s wettest month, receives 31 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 23°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Lima Precipitation page.