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Backpacking Potential

81/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

April, March, December

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Weather

17°C – 23°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Lima?

The best time to visit Lima for backpacking is April, March, December, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Lima

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
77Good
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°0
February
78Good
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°0
March
79Good
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°0
April
81Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°0
May
77Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°0
June
73Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°0
July
72Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°0
August
72Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°0
September
71Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°0
October
73Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°0
November
76Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°0
December
79Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°0

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Lima

When is the best time to visit Lima for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Lima for backpacking is typically in April, March, December, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Lima?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Lima, making it a year-round destination for backpacking.

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