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Lima, Lima Province, Peru

Lima in January

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. The best months for Lima are January, March, April and December. In January, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; very little rain.

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest.
Avg temp
22°C
Rainfall
9 mm
Season
Peak
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In January, Lima is typically warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; very little rain. Average temperatures sit around 22°C with about 9mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Lima in January

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 January: FAQ

Is January a good time to visit Lima?+

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. Lima's best months are generally January, March, April and December.

What is the weather like in Lima in January?+

Expect average temperatures around 22°C. Rainfall averages about 9mm for the month. In short, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; very little rain.

What should I pack for Lima in January?+

Based on the typical January weather: warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; very little rain.

What is there to do in Lima in January?+

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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