Jorge Chavez International Airport Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Jorge Chavez International Airport: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Jorge Chavez International Airport month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80° | 69° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 83° | 72° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 81° | 71° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 78° | 68° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 73° | 64° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 72° | 62° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 71° | 61° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 70° | 60° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 70° | 60° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 71° | 61° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 74° | 63° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 76° | 66° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Jorge Chavez International Airport
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Jorge Chavez International Airport compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Jorge Chavez International Airport.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huayna Picchu | 318 mi | 58°F | 43°F cooler | 89 in |
| Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu | 318 mi | 58°F | 43°F cooler | 89 in |
| Machu Picchu | 318 mi | 58°F | 43°F cooler | 89 in |
| Cusco | 362 mi | 53°F | 48°F cooler | 49 in |
Best time to visit Jorge Chavez International Airport
Go in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Jorge Chavez International Airport
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 75°F is 5.6°F above the 70°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Visibility is down to 0,7 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 45°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Jorge Chavez International Airport is an airport in Lima. Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Jorge Chavez International Airport with mainly clear. It feels like 72°F. Today runs from 64°F to 75°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.5/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Jorge Chavez International Airport is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. The climate is semi-arid. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 83°F, while September is the coldest with lows near 60°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 75°F is 5.6°F above the 70°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. outdoors is the strongest bet in Jorge Chavez International Airport today at 9.7/10. Visibility is down to 0,7 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Jorge Chavez International Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | Lima |
| Country | Peru |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 12°1′18.8″S 77°6′51.5″W (-12.0219, -77.1143) |
| IATA code | LIM |
| Local time | 5:49 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Jorge Chavez International Airport?
Jorge Chavez International Airport is an airport in Lima. Its coordinates are -12.0219, -77.1143. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Jorge Chavez International Airport right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 78% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Jorge Chavez International Airport?
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Jorge Chavez International Airport, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Jorge Chavez International Airport in?
Jorge Chavez International Airport observes America/Lima (UTC-05:00). The local time is 5:49 PM.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 5:49 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
