🇵🇪 Lima vs São Paulo 🇧🇷

Lima, Peru vs São Paulo, Brazil — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. São Paulo is the warmer of the two — about 3 degrees warmer on average across the year. Lima is drier, with roughly 113 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇵🇪 Lima🇧🇷 São Paulo
Avg annual high23°C26°C
Hottest monthFebruary (27°C)January (28°C)
Coldest monthAugust (14°C low)July (11°C low)
Rainy days / year18131
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Best months to visitMay, October, NovemberJune, July, August

🇵🇪 Lima

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

🇧🇷 São Paulo

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in January (28°C), coldest lows in July (11°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Lima or São Paulo warmer?

São Paulo is warmer overall, averaging about 3 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Lima or São Paulo?

São Paulo is rainier — Lima sees about 113 fewer rainy days per year.

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

Lima is best around May, October, November; São Paulo is best around June, July, August.

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