Country in South America

Current Local Time in Peru

Current local time and time zone in Peru, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 67°F now🕔 1:51 AM local📅 Best: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December👥 34 million

Current local time in Peru

1:51 AM
Monday, September 21, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Lima
UTC offsetUTC-05:00
UTC now6:51 AM
Sunrise5:58 AM
Sunset6:04 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise5:58 AM
Sunset6:04 PM
Daylight12h 6m
Solar noon12:01 PM
Golden hour (am)5:58 AM - 6:58 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:04 PM - 6:04 PM
Blue hour (am)5:28 AM - 5:58 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:04 PM - 6:34 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 72%
Moonrise1:55 PM
Moonset2:25 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Peru

TypeCountry
ContinentSouth America
ContinentSouth America
Coordinates12°2′47″S 77°2′34.1″W (-12.0464, -77.0428)
CapitalLima
Population34.000.000
Area496.224 sq mi
ISO codePE
ISO 3166-1 alpha-3PER
CurrencyPeruvian sol (PEN)
LanguagesSpanish, Quechua
Calling code+51
Time zoneAmerica/Lima
Local time1:51 AM (UTC-05:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December
ClimateSemi-arid

Local time by city in Peru

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Local time 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 67°F (19°C) in Peru with overcast. It feels like 68°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 slightly warmer than average for September. The forecast high of 74°F is 7°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.

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Coordinates: 12°2′47″S 77°2′34.1″W (-12.0464, -77.0428)

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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 67°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 79% and wind is 6 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 1:51 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 1:51 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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