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Lima, Lima Province, Peru

Lima in December

A great time to visit. The best months for Lima are January, March, April and December. In December, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; very little rain.

A great time to visit.
Avg temp
20°C
Rainfall
1 mm
Crowds
Ideal
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In December, Lima is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; very little rain. Average temperatures sit around 20°C with about 1mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Lima in December

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Timeline of Lima
The following is a timeline of the history of the city of Lima, Peru.
Governorate of New Toledo
The Governorate of New Toledo was a Spanish Governorate of the Crown of Castile formed from the previous southern half of the Inca Empire, stretching south into present day central
Lima District
Lima is a district of Lima, Peru. It is the oldest district of the province and as such, vestiges of the city's Spanish period remain today in its historic centre, part of which wa
Governorate of New Castile
The Governorate of New Castile was the gubernatorial region administered to Francisco Pizarro in 1529 by King Charles I of Spain, of which he was appointed governor via a capitulat
Desamparados station
Desamparados station is a railway station in Lima, Peru. It is situated on the southern margin of the Rímac River, next to the Government Palace, at the intersection of Áncash and
Parque de la Muralla
The Park of the Wall is a public park located in the central district of Lima, Peru. It was inaugurated in 2004. Within its extension is part of the former Walls of Lima. The park

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Lima in December: FAQ

Is December a good time to visit Lima?+

A great time to visit. Lima's best months are generally January, March, April and December.

What is the weather like in Lima in December?+

Expect average temperatures around 20°C. Rainfall averages about 1mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; very little rain.

What should I pack for Lima in December?+

Based on the typical December weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; very little rain.

What is there to do in Lima in December?+

Popular things to do include Timeline of Lima, Governorate of New Toledo, Lima District and Governorate of New Castile. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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