Lima in March
Great time to visit
Sweet spot of Lima weather - warm enough for beaches but not oppressively hot for sightseeing. Crowds thin slightly but prices stay elevated from summer momentum.
Weather
Still warm and dry but temperatures start dropping slightly from February's peak. Clear skies dominate with occasional morning mist that burns off by 10am. Humidity begins decreasing as autumn approaches, making this one of the most comfortable months.
26°C high20°C low0 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$80/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Festival de Lima (cultural events)
- •Easter celebrations
- •Vendimia wine harvest festivals
March Tips
- •Great month for walking tours of Centro Histórico without sweltering
- •Beach clubs start offering shoulder season rates
- •Perfect weather for day trips to Pachacamac ruins
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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