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Lima weather in December (Provincia de Lima, Peru)

Interested in knowing the climate of Lima, Peru in December? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Lima in December, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 23°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 18°C.

Precipitation

Lima in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 12 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about a single day of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 142 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and overcast.

Average windspeed

Average wind speeds reach 3 m/s in December, creating light breezes that feel pleasant throughout the day. Some days are calmer, while others bring slightly more active breezes.

Average water temperature in December

The water temperature is 20°C, which some find comfortable for swimming while others may prefer warmer conditions. With the right preparation, it can make for an enjoyable swim.creating ideal conditions for a refreshing dip that leaves you feeling renewed and energized. Most swimmers find this temperature range particularly enjoyable because it provides relief from warm weather while remaining comfortable enough for longer swimming sessions.

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Lima, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 4%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 12 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 142 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Peru in December

Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Lima, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 20°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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