Planning a trip to Lima in December? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +68°F and approximately 3 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 3 rainy days and 1 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+61°F
Min.
+77°F
Max.
1 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
25 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lima has good weather in December.
Average temperature in Lima in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Lima for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +72°F during the day to a minimum of +63°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +68°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 60% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +72°F.
Is Lima warm or cold in December?
Lima is typically mild in December.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +66°F to +68°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +61°F to +64°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how December is compared to other months in Lima:
Water temperature in Lima in December
Water in Lima in December is Fresh. It varies from +65°F to +71°F, with an average of +68°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +68°F.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Lima are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +72°F. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +61°F.
Can you swim in Lima in December?
Water temperature (+68°F) in Lima in December might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
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Climate in Lima in December
Lima weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+66°F
+68°F
+72°F
Min. temperature
+57°F
+61°F
+61°F
Max. temperature
+73°F
+77°F
+84°F
Rainfall
0 mm
1 mm
3 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+65°F
+68°F
+71°F
Humidity
81%
81%
81%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1011 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
1
3
5
Cloudy days
28
25
21
Rainy days
1
3
5
Snowy days
0
0
0
December weather is still as good as in November.It’s getting warmer as December arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +66°F to +68°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 0 mm to 1 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 1 to 3.
January brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Lima in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Lima is gradually increasing during December, going from 4 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Lima based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 2 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Lima is amazing in December with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Lima wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 16% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day. May, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Lima?
This is the weather in Lima in December 2023:
1 December
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+65°F
2 December
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+65°F
3 December
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+65°F
4 December
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+65°F
5 December
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+65°F
6 December
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+65°F
7 December
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+66°F
8 December
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+65°F
9 December
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+65°F
10 December
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+65°F
11 December
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+66°F
12 December
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+67°F
13 December
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+67°F
14 December
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+68°F
15 December
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+68°F
16 December
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+69°F
17 December
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+68°F
18 December
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+69°F
19 December
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+70°F
20 December
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+70°F
21 December
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+69°F
22 December
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+69°F
23 December
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+69°F
24 December
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+69°F
25 December
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+70°F
26 December
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+70°F
27 December
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+70°F
28 December
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+72°F
29 December
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+71°F
30 December
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+72°F
31 December
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+72°F
In December 2023 Lima had 4 sunny days, 27 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +64°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 57%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Lima climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Lima in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2007 (+65°F) and the highest in 1997 (+71°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 2 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 69 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Lima in December:
Is December a good time to visit Lima?
December is a really good time to go to Lima. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Lima.
Can you sunbathe in Lima in December?
December has mild temperatures in Lima. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Lima in December?
In general, you can swim in Lima in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +68°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Lima rainy in December?
Lima is usually dry in December. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Lima in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Lima in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
How much does it cost to fly to Lima in December?
The normal prices to fly to Lima is $17,097 - $17,097. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Lima, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
