🇵🇪 Lima vs Ushuaia 🇦🇷

Lima, Peru vs Ushuaia, Argentina — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Lima is the warmer of the two — about 14 degrees warmer on average across the year. Lima is drier, with roughly 106 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇵🇪 Lima🇦🇷 Ushuaia
Avg annual high23°C9°C
Hottest monthFebruary (27°C)January (14°C)
Coldest monthAugust (14°C low)June (-2°C low)
Rainy days / year18124
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitMay, October, NovemberJanuary, February, December

🇵🇪 Lima

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

🇦🇷 Ushuaia

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in January (14°C), coldest lows in June (-2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Lima or Ushuaia warmer?

Lima is warmer overall, averaging about 14 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Lima or Ushuaia?

Ushuaia is rainier — Lima sees about 106 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Lima vs Ushuaia?

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

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