Peru Lima Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Lima is excellent
December is excellent for Lima.
December is summer's first full month — 25°C daily highs, zero rain days, sunshine 7 hours, and the Pacific cliffs are back to their photogenic best. Hotel rates climb back to summer peak as international travelers arrive for Christmas / New Year. Korean year-end vacation alignment makes this another Korean traveler peak month. Christmas Eve (Nochebuena, Dec 24) is the bigger Peruvian holiday than Christmas Day — families gather for late dinner (panettone + hot chocolate + turkey), Plaza de Armas hosts midnight mass at the Cathedral, and Miraflores restaurants close early. New Year's Eve (Dec 31) is Lima's most spectacular night — Miraflores cliffs erupt with fireworks visible from Larcomar, Parque del Amor, and Costa Verde beach clubs. Costa Verde beach clubs (Cala, Punto Marisko) require reservations 1-2 months ahead for NYE.
Travel score
Summer back — Christmas + NYE festive + Korean year-end alignment
December Weather at a Glance
December averages 25°C / 77°F highs and 18°C / 64°F lows — summer's first full month. No rain days (1mm anomaly). Humidity 81%. Sunshine 7 hours. UV index 10 (high — back to summer extreme). Sea 20°C — first wetsuit-light swim month. Sunrise 5:25 AM, sunset 6:45 PM — longest daylight of the year.
December Travel Advice
Book Christmas / NYE trips by August — Lima Miraflores 5-star hotels (Belmond / JW Marriott / Hotel B) fill by October for Dec 20-Jan 5 window. NYE reservations at Costa Verde beach clubs (Cala, Punto Marisko) sell 1-2 months ahead — $80-150 prix-fixe dinner with fireworks view. Christmas Eve restaurants close early (most stop seating by 21:00 for staff family time) — book lunch (13:00-15:00) for Central / Maido / Astrid that day. Korean year-end travelers should book Lima-Cusco flights early — Cusco is shoulder season (rainy) but still popular for Machu Picchu attempts. Sunscreen mandatory by 09:00 (UV 10).
Flying In from Overseas
Korean year-end vacation (Christmas + Lunar New Year run-up); Japanese year-end (年末年始) heavy travel; North American Christmas school break; European Christmas + New Year holidays. Direct flights peak: Lima NYC 8h ($600-1,200), LAX 8h ($550-1,100), Miami 5.5h ($500-950), Madrid 12h ($900-1,500). Korea via LAX 24-28h ($1,600-2,800 — year-end premium). Japan via Mexico City 25-30h ($2,000-3,000). Lima-Cusco LATAM $100-220 (NYE weekend +40%).
December Pricing Trends
Summer peak: Belmond Miraflores Park $500-1,500, JW Marriott $350-700, Hilton $250-550, Hotel B $400-1,000, Country Club $300-650. Christmas Eve to Jan 5 +30-50%. NYE Costa Verde beach club prix-fixe $80-150. Central $300-500 (book by October). Lima-Cusco LATAM $100-220 (NYE weekend +40%).
Lima December Weather Stats
Avg High
25°C
Avg Low
18°C
Rainy Days
0
1mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
81%
Humid
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 26
Sea Temp
20°C
Cool 20°C — wetsuit-light swim
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
42 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
26°C
Nighttime
19°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 26 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Summer back — 25°C + sun 7h
- Christmas + NYE festive atmosphere
- Korean year-end vacation alignment
- Costa Verde beach clubs reopen
Cons
- Hotels at summer peak +20-30%
- NYE Miraflores extremely crowded
- Christmas Eve restaurants close early
December Events & Festivals
- Summer arrives — sunny + warm
- Christmas Eve + Christmas Day (Plaza Mayor + family time)
- New Year's Eve (Miraflores cliffs fireworks)
- Korean year-end vacation alignment
Lima in December — Full Picture
December is summer's first full month — 25°C daily highs, zero rain days, sunshine 7 hours, and the Pacific cliffs are back to their photogenic best. Hotel rates climb back to summer peak as international travelers arrive for Christmas / New Year. Korean year-end vacation alignment makes this another Korean traveler peak month. Christmas Eve (Nochebuena, Dec 24) is the bigger Peruvian holiday than Christmas Day — families gather for late dinner (panettone + hot chocolate + turkey), Plaza de Armas hosts midnight mass at the Cathedral, and Miraflores restaurants close early. New Year's Eve (Dec 31) is Lima's most spectacular night — Miraflores cliffs erupt with fireworks visible from Larcomar, Parque del Amor, and Costa Verde beach clubs. Costa Verde beach clubs (Cala, Punto Marisko) require reservations 1-2 months ahead for NYE.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Summer start — T-shirts + shorts daytime, light jacket for evenings (Pacific breeze). Swimwear back. Smart-casual outfit for Christmas Eve dinner (Cala, Central). Festive outfit for NYE Miraflores.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
25.7°C
17.3°C
1/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
20°C
14.3°C
4/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
20.3°C
14.7°C
1.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current26.7°C
19°C
0/mo
Lima Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 27° | 19° | 0d·1mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 28° | 20° | 0d·1mm | 8h | 80% | 12 | Busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 28° | 19° | 0d·1mm | 7h | 81% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 26° | 17° | 1d·1mm | 6h | 82% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 23° | 16° | 2d·2mm | 5h | 83% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 21° | 15° | 4d·5mm | 3h | 85% | 5 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 20° | 14° | 4d·5mm | 3h | 86% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 19° | 14° | 4d·5mm | 3h | 87% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 19° | 14° | 3d·5mm | 4h | 86% | 7 | Busy | Peak | |
| 20° | 14° | 1d·1mm | 5h | 84% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| November (Best) | 22° | 16° | 1d·1mm | 6h | 82% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| December (Best) | 25° | 18° | 0d·1mm | 7h | 81% | 10 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Lima?
Lima in December is excellent. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Lima in December?
Lima December averages a high of 25°C and a low of 18°C.
Does it rain much in Lima in December?
Lima December averages 1mm of rainfall over about 0 rainy days.
What should I wear in Lima in December?
Summer start — T-shirts + shorts daytime, light jacket for evenings (Pacific breeze). Swimwear back. Smart-casual outfit for Christmas Eve dinner (Cala, Central). Festive outfit for NYE Miraflores.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Lima in December?
Lima December sunrise is 05:25 and sunset is 18:45, with 13h 20m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Lima in December?
Lima December air quality (AQI) averages 55, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Lima in December?
In December, Lima is great for Costa Verde beach clubs reopen, Christmas Eve Plaza Mayor midnight mass, NYE Miraflores cliffs fireworks.
Is December peak season in Lima?
Lima December crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.