🇦🇷 El Calafate vs Lima 🇵🇪

El Calafate, Argentina vs Lima, Peru — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Lima is the warmer of the two — about 13 degrees warmer on average across the year. Lima is drier, with roughly 100 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇦🇷 El Calafate🇵🇪 Lima
Avg annual high10°C23°C
Hottest monthFebruary (17°C)February (27°C)
Coldest monthJuly (-2°C low)August (14°C low)
Rainy days / year11818
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Best months to visitJanuary, February, DecemberMay, October, November

🇦🇷 El Calafate

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in February (17°C), coldest lows in July (-2°C).

🇵🇪 Lima

Best around May, October, November. Hottest in February (27°C), coldest lows in August (14°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is El Calafate or Lima warmer?

Lima is warmer overall, averaging about 13 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, El Calafate or Lima?

El Calafate is rainier — Lima sees about 100 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit El Calafate vs Lima?

El Calafate is best around January, February, December; Lima is best around May, October, November.

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