Lima: When to Go

Lima's climate can be a challenge. From April to early December, a melancholy garúa (coastal fog) blankets the sun in a fine, grey mist. Come December, however, the sun shines through and Limeños (Lima locals) head in droves for the beaches. Warm temperatures (accompanied by high humidity) continue through to March. The best time to visit is in March and April, when the sun is still shining, or in early to mid-December, before it gets too sticky.

If you want to catch Lima at its lively best, time your trip to coincide with Carnaval (the last few days before Lent), which is typically celebrated with music, dancing and water fights; or the Feast of Santa Rosa de Lima (August 30), which features major processions in honor of the patron saint of Lima and the Americas.

Weather

Lima is warm and sticky across the seasons, with very little rainfall. January through March brings warm, humid days with temperatures of about 26°C (79°F), and nightly lows which hover around a pleasant 20°C (68°F). The afternoon humidity relaxes a little during March and April, and the sun washes over the countryside. Between April and December, however, garúa (coastal fog) shrouds the sun.

Temperature (average ° C)

Humidity (average %)

Rainfall (average mm)

Sunshine (average hrs per day)