Peru Lima Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Lima is excellent
February is excellent for Lima.
February delivers Lima's hottest reliable weather — 28°C / 82°F daily highs, 23°C sea temperature (the warmest of the year), and zero rain days. The trade-off is a UV index of 12 (the year's extreme peak) and Argentine / Brazilian holiday traffic spilling into Lima's foodie scene. Pisco Sour Day on the first Saturday is genuinely worth planning around — Hotel Bolívar (the 1924 claimed birthplace) hosts cocktail demonstrations, Carnaval Bar runs a Pisco flight tasting, and bars across San Isidro pour double-format Catedral cocktails. Costa Verde beach clubs (Cala, Punto Marisko) require reservations 1-2 weeks ahead. If pairing with Cusco, accept that February closes the classic 4-day Inca Trail entirely for maintenance — Salkantay Trek (5-day, $400-600) is the only multi-day alternative.
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Hottest peak — Pisco Sour Day, 23°C sea, UV 12 extreme
February Weather at a Glance
February averages 28°C / 82°F highs and 20°C / 68°F lows — Lima's hottest month. Rainfall negligible (1mm), humidity 80% partially offset by sea breezes, UV index hits 12 (the year's extreme peak), and sunshine averages 8 hours daily. Sea temperature climbs to 23°C, the warmest of the year (still cool compared to Caribbean — Lima's Humboldt Current means swims need rashguards). Sunrise 5:50 AM, sunset 6:50 PM.
February Travel Advice
Sunscreen logistics matter — Lima's UV 12 burns unprotected skin in 10-15 minutes. Reapply every 2 hours and after each swim. Block out 11:00-15:00 for indoor culture (Larco Museum, MATE, Casa Aliaga) and push outdoor activities (Malecón walk, paragliding, Pachacamac ruins) to 7:00-10:00 or 16:00-19:00 windows. Pisco Sour Day reservations at Hotel Bolívar / Carnaval / Lady Bee fill 2 weeks ahead — book by mid-January. Avoid Cusco combo this month unless willing to swap Inca Trail for Salkantay Trek.
Flying In from Overseas
Southern Hemisphere holiday peak continues; Argentine and Brazilian visitors elevate Lima airport throughput. North American Presidents' Day weekend (third Monday) drives mid-month US spike. Direct flights Lima from NYC 8h ($550-1,100), LAX 8h ($500-950), Miami 5.5h ($400-850), Madrid 12h ($800-1,400). Korea no direct — Seoul via Los Angeles 24-28h ($1,500-2,500). Australia direct via Sydney-Auckland-Santiago-Lima 22-26h ($1,800-2,800). Visa-free 90 days Korean / Japanese / EU / US / UK / Australian / New Zealand.
February Pricing Trends
Year-peak Lima: Belmond Miraflores Park $550-1,600, JW Marriott $400-750, Hotel B $450-1,000, Country Club Lima Hotel $350-700. Pisco Sour Day weekend bars charge $15-25 vs $8-12 normal. Central tasting $300-500. La Mar lunch $25-60. Lima-Cusco LATAM flight $100-200. Costa Verde beach club minimum spend $25-40/person.
Lima February Weather Stats
Avg High
28°C
Avg Low
20°C
Rainy Days
0
1mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
Humid
UV Index
12
Extreme
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
23°C
Pleasant 23°C — Costa Verde swim viable
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
45 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
30°C
Nighttime
22°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 28°C peak summer + 23°C sea temp warmest
- Pisco Sour Day cultural highlight
- Cloudless 8 sunshine hours daily
Cons
- UV index 12 extreme — burns in 10 minutes unprotected
- Hotels at year-peak rates
- Inca Trail CLOSED — Cusco combo requires Salkantay swap
February Events & Festivals
- Pisco Sour Day (first Saturday of February — national holiday)
- Hottest month of the year
- Carnival celebrations across Peru (movable date)
- Korean Lunar New Year overlap (some years)
Lima in February — Full Picture
February delivers Lima's hottest reliable weather — 28°C / 82°F daily highs, 23°C sea temperature (the warmest of the year), and zero rain days. The trade-off is a UV index of 12 (the year's extreme peak) and Argentine / Brazilian holiday traffic spilling into Lima's foodie scene. Pisco Sour Day on the first Saturday is genuinely worth planning around — Hotel Bolívar (the 1924 claimed birthplace) hosts cocktail demonstrations, Carnaval Bar runs a Pisco flight tasting, and bars across San Isidro pour double-format Catedral cocktails. Costa Verde beach clubs (Cala, Punto Marisko) require reservations 1-2 weeks ahead. If pairing with Cusco, accept that February closes the classic 4-day Inca Trail entirely for maintenance — Salkantay Trek (5-day, $400-600) is the only multi-day alternative.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Hottest month — pure summer wardrobe. Loose linen, swimwear daily, SPF 50+ reapplied every 2h, sunglasses + sun hat non-negotiable. UV 12 is the year's peak — long-sleeve UPF rash shirt recommended for paragliding and Costa Verde lounging.
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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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Lima February Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Lima?
Lima in February is excellent. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Lima in February?
Lima February averages a high of 28°C and a low of 20°C.
Does it rain much in Lima in February?
Lima February averages 1mm of rainfall over about 0 rainy days.
What should I wear in Lima in February?
Hottest month — pure summer wardrobe. Loose linen, swimwear daily, SPF 50+ reapplied every 2h, sunglasses + sun hat non-negotiable. UV 12 is the year's peak — long-sleeve UPF rash shirt recommended for paragliding and Costa Verde lounging.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Lima in February?
Lima February sunrise is 05:50 and sunset is 18:50, with 13h 0m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Lima in February?
Lima February air quality (AQI) averages 60, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Lima in February?
In February, Lima is great for Costa Verde beach clubs (Cala, Punto Marisko), Pisco Sour Day Hotel Bolívar (1st Sat), Paragliding morning windows.
Is February peak season in Lima?
Lima February 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.