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Quick facts about Lima
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Country | Peru |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 12°2′47″S 77°2′34.1″W (-12.0464, -77.0428) |
| Population | 10.000.000 |
| Known for | Ceviche capital and colonial centre |
| Local time | 2:44 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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Summary
Lima is a city in Peru. Lima is known for Ceviche capital and colonial centre. It has a population of about 10 million.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Lima with overcast. It feels like 76°F. Today runs from 71°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 75%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.6/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Lima 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 August is the coldest with lows near 60°F.
The closest major airport is Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), about 5 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 78°F is 10.1°F above the 68°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Lima today at 9.2/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
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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 Lima?
Lima is a city in Peru. Its coordinates are -12.0464, -77.0428. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Lima right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 77% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Lima, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lima in?
Lima observes America/Lima (UTC-05:00). The local time is 2:44 PM.
How many people live in Lima?
Lima has a population of approximately 10 million.
What is the nearest airport to Lima?
The closest airports are Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), 5 mi away.
What places are in Lima?
Lima covers 1 places in this atlas, including Jorge Chavez International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| 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 October 23, 2026 at 2:44 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
