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City Trips Potential

97/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

May, June, July

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Weather

17°C – 23°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Lima for a city trip is May, June, July, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Lima

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°0
February
75Good
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°0
March
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°0
April
92Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°0
May
97Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°0
June
96Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°0
July
96Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°0
August
96Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°0
September
96Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°0
October
96Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°0
November
96Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°0
December
92Excellent
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 city trips?

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The best time to visit Lima for city trips is typically in May, June, July, 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 city trips.

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