Lima & the Peruvian coast
A dining scene regularly ranked among the best on the planet, cliffs above the Pacific lit up for the evening paragliders, and a colonial centre that has not forgotten it used to run half a continent.
The best time to visit Lima & the Peruvian coast is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 25°C (76°F). Local time there is 06:59 (UTC-5).
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In season
The year at a glance
January · high 26°C · rain 8mm · 12.8h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C78°F | 8mm0.3in | 12.8h12.8h | in the recommended window |
| February | 27°C80°F | 10mm0.4in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| March | 27°C80°F | 13mm0.5in | 12.2h12.2h | in the recommended window |
| April | 25°C76°F | 1mm0.0in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
| May | 22°C72°F | 0mm0.0in | 11.6h11.6h | |
| June | 21°C69°F | 0mm0.0in | 11.4h11.4h | |
| July | 20°C68°F | 0mm0.0in | 11.5h11.5h | |
| August | 20°C67°F | 0mm0.0in | 11.7h11.7h | |
| September | 20°C68°F | 1mm0.0in | 12.1h12.1h | |
| October | 21°C69°F | 1mm0.0in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| November | 22°C72°F | 1mm0.0in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| December | 24°C75°F | 8mm0.3in | 12.8h12.8h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- PENNuevo sol
- Language
- Spanish, Aymara, Quechua
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit Lima & the Peruvian coast?
The best time to visit Lima & the Peruvian coast is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 25°C (76°F).
How warm does Lima & the Peruvian coast get?
Typical daytime highs in Lima & the Peruvian coast are Mar–May 25°C (76°F), Jun–Aug 20°C (68°F), Sep–Nov 21°C (69°F), Dec–Feb 25°C (78°F).
Is Lima & the Peruvian coast expensive?
On the ground, Lima & the Peruvian coast is cheap.
What sort of trip is Lima & the Peruvian coast good for?
Lima & the Peruvian coast is good for food and drink, history and culture, beach and sun holidays, relaxing holidays.
How rainy is Lima & the Peruvian coast?
The wettest month in Lima & the Peruvian coast is March at 13mm (0.5in), the driest May at 0mm (0.0in), with a monthly average of 4mm (0.1in).
What plug do I need for Lima & the Peruvian coast?
Lima & the Peruvian coast uses type A, B, C sockets at 220 V.
