🇦🇷 Iguazú Falls vs Lima 🇵🇪

Iguazú Falls, Argentina vs Lima, Peru — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Iguazú Falls is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Lima is drier, with roughly 179 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇦🇷 Iguazú Falls🇵🇪 Lima
Avg annual high27°C23°C
Hottest monthJanuary (31°C)February (27°C)
Coldest monthJuly (13°C low)August (14°C low)
Rainy days / year19718
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Best months to visitJune, July, AugustMay, October, November

🇦🇷 Iguazú Falls

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in January (31°C), coldest lows in July (13°C).

🇵🇪 Lima

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Iguazú Falls or Lima warmer?

Iguazú Falls is warmer overall, averaging about 4 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Iguazú Falls or Lima?

Iguazú Falls is rainier — Lima sees about 179 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Iguazú Falls vs Lima?

Iguazú Falls is best around June, July, August; Lima is best around May, October, November.

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