Best Time to Visit Lima
The best time to visit Lima is December to April (warm), May to November (cooler, foggy). Here's a month-by-month breakdown to help you pick the perfect time for your trip.
Quick Answer
Visit Lima in December to April (warm), May to November (cooler, foggy) for the best weather and experience. Budget travelers should consider shoulder season for lower prices. Daily costs range from$35 (budget) to $250 (luxury) per day.
Month-by-Month Guide
Peak season in much of SA — warm, crowded, highest prices
Peak season — Carnival in Brazil, very busy
Shoulder season — warm, crowds easing
Shoulder season — pleasant, fewer crowds
Low season — cooler, lower prices
Low season in the Andes — dry, cold, clear skies for treks
Dry season — best for Cusco, Patagonia, Atacama
Dry season — high-altitude trekking peak
Shoulder season — warming up, great value
Shoulder season — warm, fewer crowds
Peak starting — warm, festivals begin
Peak season — summer holidays, highest prices
Daily Costs in Lima
Hostels, street food, public transport
3-star hotels, restaurants, some tours
5-star hotels, fine dining, private tours
Travel Tips for Lima
- Stay in Miraflores or Barranco — cliffside views, cafés, and easy walking to dining
- Book Central, Maido, or Astrid y Gastón months ahead for the city's tasting-menu giants
- Eat ceviche only at lunch — by tradition the fish is served same-day-fresh
- Take a Lima food tour on day 1 — it'll set up every meal for the rest of your Peru trip
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