Planning a trip to Lima in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +66°F and approximately 4 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 1 rainy days and 0 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
May is usually the wettest month of the year in Lima;
Average weather
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+66°F
Avg. max. temperature
+57°F
Min.
+77°F
Max.
0 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
26 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lima has good weather in May.
Average temperature in Lima in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Lima for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +72°F during the day to a minimum of +66°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +70°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 67% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +68°F.
Is Lima warm or cold in May?
Lima is typically mild in May.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +70°F to +66°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +64°F to +63°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Lima:
Water temperature in Lima in May
Water in Lima in May is Fresh. It varies from +65°F to +70°F, with an average of +68°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +66°F.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Lima are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +72°F. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +61°F.
Can you swim in Lima in May?
Water temperature (+68°F) in Lima in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
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Climate in Lima in May
Lima weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+70°F
+66°F
+64°F
Min. temperature
+59°F
+57°F
+55°F
Max. temperature
+81°F
+77°F
+73°F
Rainfall
1 mm
0 mm
0 mm
Wind
3 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+69°F
+68°F
+66°F
Humidity
83%
84%
83%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
7
4
1
Cloudy days
21
26
28
Rainy days
2
1
1
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as good as in April.It’s getting colder in May. From +70°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +66°F.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 1 mm to 0 mm.Humidity rises from 83% to 84%.Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in April to 4 in May.
June brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Lima in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Lima is gradually decreasing during May, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Lima based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 1 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Lima is amazing in May with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Lima wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 16% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day. May, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Lima?
This is the weather in Lima in May 2023:
1 May
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+72°F
2 May
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+71°F
3 May
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+71°F
4 May
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+71°F
5 May
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+70°F
6 May
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+69°F
7 May
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+70°F
8 May
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+69°F
9 May
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+68°F
10 May
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+69°F
11 May
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+69°F
12 May
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+68°F
13 May
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+70°F
14 May
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+69°F
15 May
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+70°F
16 May
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+71°F
17 May
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+71°F
18 May
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+70°F
19 May
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+70°F
20 May
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+70°F
21 May
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+70°F
22 May
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+70°F
23 May
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+69°F
24 May
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+70°F
25 May
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+70°F
26 May
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+70°F
27 May
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+69°F
28 May
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+69°F
29 May
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+69°F
30 May
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+69°F
31 May
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+69°F
In May 2023 Lima had 2 sunny days, 29 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +70°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +68°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 61%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Lima climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Lima in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2007 (+65°F) and the highest in 1997 (+71°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 2 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 69 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Lima in May:
Is May a good time to visit Lima?
May is a really good time to go to Lima. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Lima.
Can you sunbathe in Lima in May?
May has mild temperatures in Lima. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Lima in May?
In general, you can swim in Lima in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +68°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Lima rainy in May?
Lima is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Lima in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Lima in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
How much does it cost to fly to Lima in May?
The normal prices to fly to Lima is $17,097 - $17,097. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Lima, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
