Climate guide for Lima, Peru

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About Lima

November-March suits Lima’s Miraflores malecón, Barranco street art, and historic center walks under softer coastal air. Chase cevicherías at lunch; foggy greys swap easily for museums.

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Travel Tips

Timing & weather
Check Lima's monthly climate scores before locking flights - tropical patterns shift comfort for sightseeing trips across the year.
Getting around
In Lima, pair a walkable core day with one transit or transfer buffer - crowds and traffic vary by season in Peru.
Tickets & access
Reserve popular museums and day trips from Lima ahead in peak months; shoulder seasons are more flexible.
Pack for the profile
Comfortable walking shoes and a day bag matter more than formal wear for most Lima sightseeing days.

Things to do in Lima

Lima, Peru. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.

When to visit Lima: the short answer

The best time to visit Lima is January, followed by November, December. Those months combine the most usable temperatures with the fewest lost days to rain: January averages 22°C with 7 mm of rain and about 31 sunny days. The months to avoid unless you have a specific reason are February, August. If budget matters more than perfect weather, May is the strongest of the low-rate months at 9.2/10.

Across the year Lima swings from 16°C in August to 23°C in February, a 7-degree spread, while rainfall ranges from 0 mm in July to 16 mm in February. That is the whole planning problem in one sentence: Lima is not equally good year-round, and the difference between the best and worst month here is 0.3 points on a 10-point scale.

Warmest month: February (23°C). Coolest: August (16°C). Driest: July (0 mm). Wettest: February (16 mm).

Lima month by month

January in Lima — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.4/10

January averages 22°C (71°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rain is a non-issue at 7 mm for the month, with about 31 sunny days and 12.7 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lima at 9.4/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

February in Lima — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.1/10

February averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Expect 16 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 28 sunny days and 12.5 daylight hours.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lima at 9.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

March in Lima — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.2/10

March averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rain is a non-issue at 11 mm for the month, with about 31 sunny days and 12.2 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lima at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

April in Lima — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.3/10

April averages 21°C (69°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rain is a non-issue at 1 mm for the month, with about 30 sunny days and 11.8 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lima at 9.3/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

May in Lima — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.2/10

May averages 18°C (65°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rain is a non-issue at 1 mm for the month, with about 30 sunny days and 11.6 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lima at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

June in Lima — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.2/10

June averages 17°C (63°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rain is a non-issue at 1 mm for the month, with about 29 sunny days and 11.4 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lima at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

July in Lima — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.2/10

July averages 16°C (62°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 31 sunny days and 11.5 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lima at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

August in Lima — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.2/10

August averages 16°C (61°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rain is a non-issue at 1 mm for the month, with about 30 sunny days and 11.7 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lima at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

September in Lima — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.3/10

September averages 16°C (61°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rain is a non-issue at 1 mm for the month, with about 30 sunny days and 12 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lima at 9.3/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

October in Lima — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.3/10

October averages 17°C (62°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rain is a non-issue at 1 mm for the month, with about 31 sunny days and 12.4 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lima at 9.3/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

November in Lima — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.4/10

November averages 18°C (65°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rain is a non-issue at 1 mm for the month, with about 30 sunny days and 12.7 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lima at 9.4/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

December in Lima — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.4/10

December averages 20°C (68°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rain is a non-issue at 8 mm for the month, with about 31 sunny days and 12.8 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lima at 9.4/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

Frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Lima, Peru?
In Ideal Weather mode, the best months to visit Lima are January, November, December, April, September, October. January is the single peak month with an Ideal Weather score of 9.4/10 based on temperature, rainfall, humidity, daylight and historical sunny days.
What is the weather like in Lima year-round?
Lima has a climate profile suited to sightseeing and cultural travel. Average monthly temperatures range from 16°C in August to 23°C in February, with Ideal Weather scores between 9.1 and 9.4 out of 10.
Which months should I avoid in Lima?
The lowest Ideal Weather-scoring months in Lima are February (9.1/10), March (9.2/10), May (9.2/10). These months typically combine less comfortable temperatures, higher rainfall or fewer sunny days.
When is the rainy season in Lima?
February is the wettest month in Lima, averaging about 16 mm of rainfall. July is the driest, at roughly 0 mm.
Which is the sunniest month in Lima?
January sees the most sun in Lima, with about 31 sunny days on average - ideal for outdoor plans.
Is Lima a good destination for sightseeing and cultural travel?
Lima is well suited to sightseeing and cultural travel. Its highest Ideal Weather window (January, November, December, April, September, October) aligns with the conditions travelers usually look for in this style of trip.
How is the bestime.to score for Lima calculated?
Each month receives an Ideal Weather score from 0-10 using ERA5 climate normals for Lima: temperature comfort, precipitation, humidity, daylight hours, and historical sunny days - weighted for sightseeing and cultural travel.

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