What is the current water temperature in Lima?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Lima?

As of now, in Lima, the water temperature is 20.72°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Lima

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Lima. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

69.3

°F

May 10, 17:00

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

69.7°F

Tomorrow:

69.5°F

Sunrise:

06:16

Sunset:

17:52

Day Length:

11 h. 36 min.

Lima in May

Minimum:

65.5°F

Average:

67.2°F

Maximum:

69.3°F

Sea water temperature in Lima today

As of now, in Lima, the water temperature is 69.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 4.4°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 67.4°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 62.5°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 69.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Lima

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 26	67.6°F	66.1°F	66.7°F
Apr 27	68.1°F	65.9°F	66.7°F
Apr 28	68.0°F	64.9°F	66.7°F
Apr 29	68.2°F	65.2°F	66.8°F
Apr 30	68.1°F	64.9°F	66.6°F
May 1	69.5°F	64.7°F	66.5°F
May 2	69.0°F	65.4°F	66.5°F
May 3	68.4°F	65.4°F	66.1°F
May 4	69.4°F	65.9°F	66.5°F
May 5	69.8°F	65.8°F	66.3°F
May 6	70.4°F	65.6°F	66.2°F
May 7	69.8°F	65.7°F	65.7°F
May 8	69.8°F	66.9°F	65.8°F
May 9	69.7°F	66.5°F	65.7°F
May 10	69.3°F	65.7°F	64.9°F
May 11	69.5°F	66.0°F	65.2°F
May 12	69.5°F	66.0°F	65.2°F
May 13	69.3°F	64.9°F	64.9°F
May 14	69.4°F	64.7°F	65.0°F
May 15	69.3°F	65.0°F	65.0°F
May 16	69.1°F	64.5°F	64.8°F
May 17	69.0°F	64.5°F	64.6°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Lima by month

In an average year, Lima offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Lima was recorded on April 7, 2023, reaching a 75.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on October 26, 2021, dipping to 58.7°F. The average readings by season are 67.9°F in Winter, 67.7°F in Spring, 62.6°F in Summer, and 61.5°F in Autumn.