Geography of Peru
Geography of Peru: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Peru
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Coordinates: 12°2′47″S 77°2′34.1″W (-12.0464, -77.0428)
Quick facts about Peru
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | South America |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 12°2′47″S 77°2′34.1″W (-12.0464, -77.0428) |
| Capital | Lima |
| Population | 34.000.000 |
| Area | 496.224 sq mi |
| ISO code | PE |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | PER |
| Currency | Peruvian sol (PEN) |
| Languages | Spanish, Quechua |
| Calling code | +51 |
| Time zone | America/Lima |
| Local time | 2:25 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
Geography by city in Peru
2 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by lake in Peru
1 lakes mapped in this atlas
Summary
Peru is a country in South America. Peru is a country in South America with its capital at Lima. It has a population of about 34 million. The capital is Lima.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Peru with overcast. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 67°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Peru is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. The climate is semi-arid. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 79°F, while September is the coldest with lows near 59°F.
The closest major airport is Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), about 5 mi away. Nearby highlights include Machu Picchu, Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu and Lake Titicaca.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for September. The forecast high of 74°F is 7.2°F above the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Peru today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Peru 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 | 76° | 68° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 79° | 71° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 78° | 69° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 74° | 66° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 71° | 63° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 69° | 62° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 68° | 60° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 67° | 60° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 67° | 59° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 68° | 60° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 70° | 62° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 73° | 65° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Peru?
Peru is a country in South America. Its coordinates are -12.0464, -77.0428. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Peru right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 79% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Peru?
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Peru, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Peru in?
Peru observes America/Lima (UTC-05:00). The local time is 2:25 AM.
How many people live in Peru?
Peru has a population of approximately 34 million.
What is the nearest airport to Peru?
The closest airports are Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), 5 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Peru?
Popular options include Machu Picchu, Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu and Lake Titicaca.
What places are in Peru?
Peru covers 3 places in this atlas, including Lima, Cusco and Lake Titicaca.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 September 21, 2026 at 2:25 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
