Lima in July
Cool and grey
- Temperature
- 16–20°C
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- $$
+Low rates and a food-focused trip.
–Heavy cloud cover.
July includes the Fiestas Patrias national holidays, with local travel and festivities.
Lima vs Cusco in July
Cusco edges it in July. Lima averages 16–20°C with moderate crowds; Cusco 1–21°C with very high crowds.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
Lima and Cusco
The verdict for July
- WeatherCusco has the better weather4/10 vs 8/10
- CrowdsLima is quieterModerate vs Very High
- PricesLima is cheaper$$ vs $$$$$
- OverallCusco comes out ahead5.4/10 vs 5.9/10
Cusco in July
Peak dry season
- Temperature
- 1–21°C
- Crowds
- Very High
- Prices
- $$$$$
+Clear skies and a full range of treks.
–Peak crowds and prices.
July is peak season, with crowds at Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley.
Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.
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