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Lima in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Lima in October and see if it is worth visiting.
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October

Weather in Lima in October 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Fresh water
Are you considering a trip to Lima in October? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +17°C and about 0 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 2 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

☀️
+17°C
Avg. max. temperature
+13°C
Min.
+21°C
Max.
1 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
29 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lima has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Lima in October

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

The temperature in October is +18°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +19°C during the day and a minimum of +16°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +18°C to +18°C.

Is Lima warm or cold in October?

Lima is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +17°C to +17°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +15°C to +15°C.

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

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Lima:

Water temperature in Lima in October

Water in Lima in October is Fresh. It varies from +15°C to +18°C, with an average of +17°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +17°C.

The water temperature in October 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 +22°C. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +16°C.

Can you swim in Lima in October?

Water temperature (+17°C) in Lima in October might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Lima in October

Lima weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+17°C+17°C+19°C
Min. temperature
+13°C+13°C+14°C
Max. temperature
+22°C+21°C+23°C
Rainfall
1 mm1 mm0 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+16°C+17°C+18°C
Humidity
83%83%81%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
001
Cloudy days
292928
Rainy days
121
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as good as in September. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +17°C for average maximum temperature during the day. The rainfall amount in October stays the same as in the previous month with a 1 mm of total precipitation. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 83%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Lima in October 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 October, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Lima based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 26%, leading to total precipitation of around 11 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 3 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during October, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how October 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 October in Lima?

This is the weather in Lima in October 2023:
1 October
🌧️
+18°C
2 October
☁️
+18°C
3 October
☁️
+18°C
4 October
☁️
+18°C
5 October
☁️
+18°C
6 October
☁️
+17°C
7 October
☁️
+18°C
8 October
☁️
+17°C
9 October
☁️
+17°C
10 October
☁️
+18°C
11 October
☁️
+18°C
12 October
☁️
+17°C
13 October
☁️
+17°C
14 October
☁️
+18°C
15 October
☁️
+17°C
16 October
☁️
+17°C
17 October
☁️
+18°C
18 October
🌧️
+18°C
19 October
🌧️
+18°C
20 October
☁️
+19°C
21 October
☁️
+18°C
22 October
☁️
+19°C
23 October
☁️
+18°C
24 October
☁️
+18°C
25 October
☁️
+18°C
26 October
☁️
+19°C
27 October
☁️
+18°C
28 October
☁️
+19°C
29 October
☀️
+19°C
30 October
☀️
+19°C
31 October
☁️
+18°C
In October 2023 Lima had 2 sunny days, 26 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +18°C, with an absolute maximum of +19°C and a minimum of +17°C. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 65%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Lima climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Lima in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2007 (+18°C) and the highest in 1997 (+22°C). 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 October:

Is October a good time to visit Lima?

October 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 October?

October 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 October?

In general, you can swim in Lima in October, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +17°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Lima rainy in October?

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

Is it sunny in Lima in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Lima in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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.