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Lima in February

Carnival and warm sun

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

The short answer

February is one of the best months to visit Lima.

February is the warmest month, with beach and food festivals.

7/10 overall21–28°CHigh crowds$$$
Weather8.5/10
Crowds4.5/10
Prices$$$
Events7/10

February in detail

What February actually feels like

Weather
21–28°C
Hot and sunny with a warm sea.
Crowds
High
Expect queues at the headline sights and full terraces in the evening.
Prices
$$$
Mid-range hotel rates.

+Warm sea and sunny days.

–Hot and busy beaches.

My tip for February

Visit museums in the heat of midday.

  • Beaches
  • Food
  • Rooftops

How February compares

Against the other eleven months

3rd of 12 overall in Lima, 1st for weather, 11th for space, 10th for value. The emptiest month is May; the best value is June.

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Weather

Weather in Lima in February

In February Lima averages a high of 28°C (82°F) and a low of 21°C (70°F), with about 0 mm of rain or snow over 1 wet days. The warmest month is February (around 28°C) and the coolest is August (around 19°C); the wettest month is August.

Average high
28°C
82°F
Average low
21°C
70°F
Precipitation
0 mm
Wet days
1

Climate data: Deutscher Wetterdienst. Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.

Quick answers

Lima in February: the questions people ask

Is February a good time to visit Lima?
February is one of the best months to visit Lima. It ranks 3 of 12 months in Lima overall (1 for weather, 11 for space, 10 for value). The main upside: Warm sea and sunny days. The main downside: Hot and busy beaches.
What is the weather like in Lima in February?
Average highs are around 28°C and lows around 21°C. Expect about 0 mm of rain or snow over roughly 1 wet days. Hot and sunny with a warm sea. For comparison, the warmest month is February (around 28°C) and the coolest is August (around 19°C).
Is Lima crowded in February?
Crowds are high. Expect queues at the headline sights and full terraces in the evening. The quietest month is May.
How expensive is Lima in February?
Prices are at level 3 of 5 ($$$). Mid-range hotel rates. The best-value month is June.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
In the CrowdFreeViews month scores, March is the best month overall (February ranks 3 of 12). The quietest month is May and the best value is June.

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Warm sea and sunny days.

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