Landmark

Plaza Mayor, Lima

Lima, Peru

Best timeApr

Set inLima, Peru

In season~73°F high

Climate63–79°F

CurrencyPEN

LanguageSpanish

TimezoneUTC-05:00

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Map showing the location of Plaza Mayor, Lima

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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak May–Aug. Go in Apr, Sep for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightAug · 59%

WarmestFeb · 79°F

WettestFeb

Best windowApr

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The Plaza Mayor, also known as the Plaza de Armas, is the main public square of the historic centre of the city of Lima, Peru. It dates back to the foundation of the city by Francisco Pizarro on 18 January 1535. Delimited by Carabaya, Junín, Huallaga, and Unión streets, it is surrounded by a number of major landmarks, including the Government Palace, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace, the Municipal Palace, and the Palacio de la Unión.

Best time to visit

Aim for Apr.

Pairs well with

National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology, and History of Peru

Laguna 69 & Cordillera Blanca

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Plaza Mayor, Lima?

The best time to visit Plaza Mayor, Lima is April, in Lima, Peru.

Where is Plaza Mayor, Lima?

Plaza Mayor, Lima is in Lima, Peru.

What is Plaza Mayor, Lima known for?

The Plaza Mayor, also known as the Plaza de Armas, is the main public square of the historic centre of the city of Lima, Peru. It dates back to the foundation of the city by Francisco Pizarro on 18 January 1535. Delimited by Carabaya, Junín, Huallaga, and Unión streets, it is surrounded by a number of major landmarks, including the Government Palace, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace, the Municipal Palace, and the Palacio de la Unión.

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