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Lima in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Lima in September will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Lima, based on historical data.
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September

Weather in Lima in September 2025

Good Weather
Mild
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Cloudy
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$17,097 - $17,097
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Cold water
Planning a trip to Lima in September? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +63°F and approximately 0 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 1 rainy days and 1 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

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+63°F
Avg. max. temperature
+55°F
Min.
+72°F
Max.
1 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
29 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lima has good weather in September.

Average temperature in Lima in September

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Lima for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +68°F during the day to a minimum of +61°F during the night, the temperature in September averages around +64°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +64°F.

Is Lima warm or cold in September?

Lima is typically mild in September.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +63°F to +63°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +59°F to +59°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

September is one of the coolest months in Lima, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Lima in September

Water in Lima in September is Cold. It varies from +58°F to +63°F, with an average of +61°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +63°F.

The water temperature in September is one of the coldest of the entire 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 September?

We would not recommend swimming in Lima in September, the water is very cold (+61°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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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
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Travel to Lima

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Flights per week
$17,097
Min. Price
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Climate in Lima in September

Lima weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+63°F+63°F+63°F
Min. temperature
+55°F+55°F+55°F
Max. temperature
+72°F+72°F+70°F
Rainfall
0 mm1 mm1 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+62°F+61°F+62°F
Humidity
83%83%83%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1013 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
000
Cloudy days
302929
Rainy days
112
Snowy days
000

September weather is still as good as in August. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +63°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 0 mm to 1 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 83%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

October brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Lima in September based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Lima is gradually decreasing during September, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Lima based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of rain on an average day in September, with total rainfall of approximately 3 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain. Lima is amazing in September with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how September 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 September in Lima?

This is the weather in Lima in September 2023:
1 September
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+67°F
2 September
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+66°F
3 September
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+67°F
4 September
☁️
+66°F
5 September
☁️
+66°F
6 September
☁️
+66°F
7 September
☁️
+65°F
8 September
☁️
+65°F
9 September
☁️
+66°F
10 September
☁️
+65°F
11 September
☁️
+66°F
12 September
☁️
+64°F
13 September
☁️
+64°F
14 September
☁️
+63°F
15 September
☁️
+64°F
16 September
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+64°F
17 September
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+65°F
18 September
☁️
+65°F
19 September
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+65°F
20 September
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+63°F
21 September
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+64°F
22 September
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+66°F
23 September
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+65°F
24 September
☁️
+65°F
25 September
☁️
+64°F
26 September
☁️
+64°F
27 September
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+63°F
28 September
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+64°F
29 September
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+64°F
30 September
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+65°F
In September 2023 Lima had 2 sunny days, 28 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +64°F, with an absolute maximum of +68°F and a minimum of +63°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 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Lima climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Lima in September 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 September:

Is September a good time to visit Lima?

September 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 September?

September 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 September?

Swimming in Lima in September is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Lima rainy in September?

Lima is usually dry in September. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Lima in September?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Lima in September, 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 September?

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.

Other cities in Peru

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Monthly weather in Lima

Source of the data

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.