Lima Travel Guide
Lima travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 72°F (22°C) in Lima with overcast. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 71°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 45%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - 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 9.7°F above the 68°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Lima today at 9/10. 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.
Map of Lima
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 12°2′47″S 77°2′34.1″W (-12.0464, -77.0428)
Weather in Lima right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:48 AM, Oct 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 76° / 71°
Light drizzle · 59% rain · wind 11 mph
🌦️ 78° / 71°
Light drizzle · 12% rain · wind 9 mph
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 | 5:48 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
Best time to visit Lima
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 December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Lima
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jorge Chavez International Airport | LIM | 5 mi | Lima |
Airports in Lima
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Explore Lima
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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 72°F (22°C) with overcast. Humidity is 84% and wind is 11 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 5:48 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 October 24, 2026 at 5:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
