Lima in July
Not the best time
Lima's winter hits hardest with cold, foggy days that never seem to brighten. Tourist infrastructure runs at minimum capacity, but you'll experience the city like a local - just dress warmly.
Weather
The coldest month with heavy garúa fog and frequent light drizzle. Temperatures feel even colder due to high humidity and lack of sunshine. The fog often doesn't lift until late afternoon, if at all.
19°C high13°C low4 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$55/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Peruvian Independence Day preparations
- •Fiestas Patrias build-up
- •Winter solstice celebrations
July Tips
- •Bring layers - mornings are surprisingly cold
- •Great time to explore covered markets like Mercado Central
- •Book spa treatments - locals escape the gloom indoors too
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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