At a glance
| Metric | Lima | São Paulo |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 25°C | 27°C |
| Coldest month low | 14°C | 12°C |
| Annual rainfall | 50 mm | 1220 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10.5 h/day | 9.2 h/day |
| Best months | all year round | April–September |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Lima | São Paulo | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.0 · Excellent | 6.6 · Fair | Lima |
| February | 10.0 · Excellent | 7.4 · Good | Lima |
| March | 10.0 · Excellent | 7.7 · Good | Lima |
| April | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.3 · Excellent | Lima |
| May | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.7 · Excellent | Lima |
| June | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.9 · Excellent | Lima |
| July | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| August | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| September | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.8 · Excellent | Lima |
| October | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.1 · Good | Lima |
| November | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.0 · Good | Lima |
| December | 10.0 · Excellent | 7.5 · Good | Lima |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Lima or São Paulo?
Lima has the better travel weather in 10 of 12 months, versus 0 for São Paulo — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
The best months to visit Lima are all year round, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit São Paulo?
The best months to visit São Paulo are April–September, based on six years of climate data.
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