October weather forecastLima, Peru
October
Weather in October
October brings about pleasant weather conditions in Lima with an increase in temperatures. Given the rise in daylight hours to 12.4h and temperatures elevating, signs of incoming summer start to appear. The wind speed sees a decrease and gust speed declines to 16.7kpH. A constant pressure of 1015.5mb promises stability in atmospheric conditions. This makes October a desirable time to visit Lima, considering the mellow weather.Temperature
The advent of October reveals an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F), showing minimal difference from the prior month. October's nights observe an average temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 76%.Rainfall
In Lima, in October, it is raining for 0.4 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation. In Lima, during the entire year, the rain falls for 22.6 days and collects up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In October, the average sea temperature in Lima is 16.4°C (61.5°F).Note: For most, swimming in 16.4°C (61.5°F) is not a pleasant activity. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Lima is 12h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:07 -05.
Sunshine
October has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12h of sunshine.UV index
May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Lima. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during October translates into these guidelines:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Lima, Peru
- Average high temperature in October: 21.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (20°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 15.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (14.9°C).
Average pressure in October
Lima, Peru
- Average pressure in October: 1015.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.8mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Lima, Peru
- Average wind speed in October: 12.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.4km/h).
Average humidity in October
Lima, Peru
- Average humidity in October: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Lima, Peru
- Average rainfall in October: 1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Lima, Peru
- Average rainfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (5.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Lima, Peru
- Average sea temperature in October: 16.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (20.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (15.8°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lima, Peru
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in October: 12h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Lima, Peru
- Average sunshine days in October: 30 days
The months with the most sunshine days are August and October (30 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Lima, Peru
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in October
Lima, Peru
- Average cloud cover in October: 15
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in October
Lima, Peru
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
