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Lima, Lima Province, Peru

Lima in October

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Lima are January, March, April and December. In October, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; very little rain.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
17°C
Rainfall
1 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In October, Lima is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; very little rain. Average temperatures sit around 17°C with about 1mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Lima in October

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
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
Local food tour of Lima
Taste the signature dishes of Lima.

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Lima in October: FAQ

Is October a good time to visit Lima?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Lima's best months are generally January, March, April and December.

What is the weather like in Lima in October?+

Expect average temperatures around 17°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 October?+

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

What is there to do in Lima in October?+

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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