At a glance
| Metric | Lima | Santiago |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 25°C | 30°C |
| Coldest month low | 14°C | 7°C |
| Annual rainfall | 50 mm | 329 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10.5 h/day | 10.3 h/day |
| Best months | all year round | March–May & August–December |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Lima | Santiago | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.0 · Excellent | Lima |
| February | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.0 · Excellent | Lima |
| March | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| April | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| May | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| June | 10.0 · Excellent | 7.8 · Good | Lima |
| July | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.7 · Excellent | Lima |
| August | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.3 · Excellent | Lima |
| September | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| October | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| November | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| December | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.5 · Excellent | Lima |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Lima or Santiago?
Lima has the better travel weather in 6 of 12 months, versus 0 for Santiago — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
The best months to visit Lima are all year round, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Santiago?
The best months to visit Santiago are March–May & August–December, based on six years of climate data.
Where should you go next month?
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