Peru Lima Weather in July — Climate Guide
July in Lima is moderate
July is moderate for Lima.
July is Lima's coolest month and overlaps with Korean summer vacation — the resulting Korean traveler concentration (Cusco-first itineraries with Lima as 2-3 day foodie bookend) is the year's most visible Korean presence. Peruvian Independence Day on July 28-29 (Fiestas Patrias) is a 2-day national holiday with Centro Histórico parades, free museum admissions, military reviews at Plaza de Armas, and Pisco-and-anticucho street parties across Barranco and Miraflores. Hotel rates rebound 15-20% from June low driven by Korean / Japanese / Latin American holiday traffic. The garúa stays solid — 86% humidity makes 14°C nights feel colder than the number suggests. Cusco bookings should be locked in by April for July arrival.
Travel score
Coolest + Korean summer vacation overlap + Fiestas Patrias
July Weather at a Glance
July averages 20°C / 68°F highs and 14°C / 57°F lows — Lima's coolest month. 5mm rainfall across 4 drizzle days. Humidity 86% (year's highest) makes the cool feel damp. Sunshine 3 hours. UV index 5 (moderate). Sea temperature 17°C — year's coldest. Sunrise 6:30 AM, sunset 5:45 PM.
July Travel Advice
Korean travelers should book Cusco airfare (Lima-Cusco $100-200) and Inca Trail permits ($700-900) by April for July arrival — peak season demand is real. Fiestas Patrias (July 28-29) is genuinely celebratory — Centro Histórico processions, free admissions at Larco / Pre-Columbian Art Museum, Plaza de Armas military parades, and street parties with $3-5 anticuchos and S/15-25 Pisco Sours. Hotels in Miraflores spike 30-40% for July 27-30 weekend — book by early July. Foodie reservations stable — Central / Maido 2-3 weeks ahead.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean summer vacation peak (Korean travelers concentrate in Cusco / Machu Picchu itineraries with Lima as bookend); Japanese summer holiday (お盆 Obon late August); North American summer peak; European school holidays. Direct flights: Lima NYC 8h ($550-1,000), LAX 8h ($500-950), Miami 5.5h ($450-850), Madrid 12h ($800-1,400). Korea via LAX or NYC 24-28h ($1,500-2,500). Japan via Mexico City 25-30h ($1,900-2,800). Lima-Cusco LATAM / Sky $100-200 (July 28-29 weekend +30%).
July Pricing Trends
Korean holiday rebound: Belmond Miraflores Park $350-1,100, JW Marriott $250-500, Hilton $200-450, Hotel B $300-750, Country Club $260-500. Fiestas Patrias weekend (July 27-30) +30-40%. Cusco peak: Belmond Monasterio $700-1,400, Sacred Valley Río Sagrado $500-900. Central $300-500. Lima-Cusco LATAM $100-200.
Lima July Weather Stats
Avg High
20°C
Avg Low
14°C
Rainy Days
4
5mm total
Sunshine
3h
Daily avg
Humidity
86%
Very humid (damp)
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 24
Sea Temp
17°C
Cold 17°C — no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
July Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
45 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
21°C
Nighttime
14°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 24 km/h
Activities Recommended for July
July Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Korean summer vacation alignment
- Fiestas Patrias parades July 28-29 cultural
- Cusco peak Inca Trail / Machu Picchu
- Pisco festival warm-up
Cons
- Coolest 14°C nights + 86% humidity damp
- Hotels rebound 15-20% from June low
- 3h sunshine — gray persists
- Sea 17°C — no swimming
July Events & Festivals
- Peruvian Independence Day (July 28-29) — Fiestas Patrias
- Korean summer holiday season (Korean travelers peak)
- Coolest month of the year (14°C nights)
- Cusco peak Inca Trail bookings
Lima in July — Full Picture
July is Lima's coolest month and overlaps with Korean summer vacation — the resulting Korean traveler concentration (Cusco-first itineraries with Lima as 2-3 day foodie bookend) is the year's most visible Korean presence. Peruvian Independence Day on July 28-29 (Fiestas Patrias) is a 2-day national holiday with Centro Histórico parades, free museum admissions, military reviews at Plaza de Armas, and Pisco-and-anticucho street parties across Barranco and Miraflores. Hotel rates rebound 15-20% from June low driven by Korean / Japanese / Latin American holiday traffic. The garúa stays solid — 86% humidity makes 14°C nights feel colder than the number suggests. Cusco bookings should be locked in by April for July arrival.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Coolest month — 14°C nights feel cold in 86% humidity. Warm sweater + fleece + waterproof shell. Long pants always, thermal layer if cold-sensitive. Scarf + light beanie. Closed shoes mandatory.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
25.7°C
17.3°C
1/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current20°C
14.3°C
4/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
20.3°C
14.7°C
1.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
26.7°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 July a good time to visit Lima?
Lima in July is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Lima in July?
Lima July averages a high of 20°C and a low of 14°C.
Does it rain much in Lima in July?
Lima July averages 5mm of rainfall over about 4 rainy days.
What should I wear in Lima in July?
Coolest month — 14°C nights feel cold in 86% humidity. Warm sweater + fleece + waterproof shell. Long pants always, thermal layer if cold-sensitive. Scarf + light beanie. Closed shoes mandatory.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Lima in July?
Lima July sunrise is 06:30 and sunset is 17:45, with 11h 15m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Lima in July?
Lima July air quality (AQI) averages 60, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Lima in July?
In July, Lima is great for Fiestas Patrias July 28-29 parades, Cusco Inca Trail / Machu Picchu, Indoor foodie (Central / Maido / Astrid).
Is July peak season in Lima?
Lima July crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.