Lima in December
Great time to visit
Lima enters peak season with beautiful summer weather and holiday festivities. Crowds return in force and prices spike, but the city buzzes with energy and outdoor activities become irresistible again.
Weather
Summer begins with warm, increasingly sunny days and the near-complete absence of garúa fog. Humidity rises to around 70% but ocean breezes provide relief. Rain is virtually nonexistent, and clear skies become the norm.
25°C high19°C low0 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$82/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Christmas celebrations
- •New Year's Eve parties
- •Summer Festival kickoff
December Tips
- •Book restaurants for Christmas and New Year well in advance
- •Beach season begins - Costa Verde gets crowded on weekends
- •Shopping centers offer Christmas sales but tourist areas jack up prices
All Months
December through April brings Lima's summer — clear skies, warm weather, and beach season. January and February are peak tourist months with temperatures around 75-80°F. But here's what guidebooks don't tell you: Lima's winter fog, called garúa, creates this moody atmosphere from May to November. Temperatures drop to the 60s, but you get fewer crowds and better hotel deals. The fog usually burns off by afternoon in the coastal neighborhoods. December and March offer the sweet spot — warm weather without the January crowds. Avoid July and August if you hate gray skies. The fog can hang around for days. But winter does have one advantage: it's dry season in the mountains, so if you're combining Lima with Cusco and Machu Picchu, June through August works perfectly for the highlands.
Lima Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
7/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
7/10
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