🇵🇪 Lima vs São Luís 🇧🇷

Lima, Peru vs São Luís, Brazil — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. São Luís is the warmer of the two — about 7 degrees warmer on average across the year. Lima is drier, with roughly 313 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇵🇪 Lima🇧🇷 São Luís
Avg annual high23°C30°C
Hottest monthFebruary (27°C)October (32°C)
Coldest monthAugust (14°C low)March (24°C low)
Rainy days / year18331
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Best months to visitMay, October, NovemberFebruary, October, November

🇵🇪 Lima

Best around May, October, November. Hottest in February (27°C), coldest lows in August (14°C).

🇧🇷 São Luís

Best around February, October, November. Hottest in October (32°C), coldest lows in March (24°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Lima or São Luís warmer?

São Luís is warmer overall, averaging about 7 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Lima or São Luís?

São Luís is rainier — Lima sees about 313 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Lima vs São Luís?

Lima is best around May, October, November; São Luís is best around February, October, November.

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