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Peru's climate has two seasons -wet and dry- though the weather varies greatly depending on the geographical region.
The coastal area is desert and as you would expect arid. During summer (January to March) the sky is often clear and this is the time Peruvians go to the beach.
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PERU - WEATHER AND
CLIMATE
Generally speaking, the climate varies from region to region in Peru.
In the Coast, the weather varies, with a damp and cloudy winter that runs from June to September.
Average temperatures come in at 14°C. During the summer, temperatures can peak at 28°C or over.
In the Highlands, the sun shines all year round during the morning, but temperatures descend at night, averaging 5°C.
The climate in the Amazon jungle is tropical all year round. In both regions, the rain season runs from December through April.
Lima is a city that features a moderate climate, ranging from a light drizzle in winter to a warm summer.
Average temperature in summertime -from mid-December to mid-March is 25 / 28°C. Winter, which usually features overcast skies and high humidity, has temperatures ranging from 10 to 16°C.
