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Provincia de Santa · Peru
Chimbote ; Quechua: Chimputi) is a city in northwestern Peru. It is the largest city in the Ancash Region and the tenth most populous in Peru. With a population of 425,367 in 2017, it is the capital of both Santa Province and Chimbote District. The city has an altitude of 4 meters.
Read moreChimbote is a city on the Northern Coast of Peru. It is home to a prosperous fishing industry.
The best months to visit are January–December.
The sea is warmest in February, at about 22°C (71°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): February–March.
February is the hottest month, with highs around 27°C (81°F).
September is the coldest month, with lows around 14°C (57°F).
The wettest month is January, with rain on about 1 days.
February is the sunniest month, with about 6.3 hours of sunshine a day.
in October, it is warmer than 62% of places in Peru.
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Best time to visit Chimbote
Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 27° | 27° | 27° | 25° | 24° | 23° | 22° | 21° | 22° | 22° | 24° | 25° |
| Average low | 18° | 19° | 19° | 18° | 16° | 15° | 15° | 14° | 14° | 15° | 15° | 17° |
| Sea temperature | 21° | 22° | 22° | 20° | 19° | 19° | 18° | 18° | 17° | 17° | 18° | 19° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rain days | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 6.2 | 6.3 | 5.6 | 5.7 | 5.4 | 4 | 4 | 3.7 | 4.1 | 4.9 | 5.6 | 6.1 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.6 | 12.4 | 12.2 | 11.9 | 11.7 | 11.6 | 11.6 | 11.8 | 12.1 | 12.3 | 12.5 | 12.6 |
| Humidity (%) | 83 | 82 | 84 | 85 | 85 | 83 | 84 | 85 | 85 | 85 | 83 | 83 |
| Wind (km/h) | 12 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 14 |
| Go score | 86 | 87 | 87 | 88 | 88 | 88 | 86 | 83 | 85 | 86 | 88 | 88 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
Chimbote: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Chimbote: sea water temperature
Wave height: 1.6 m
Swimming seasonFebruary–March
Average sea temperature by month
Chimbote travel guide
What to see, do, eat and where to stay — from an open, community-written travel guide.
Chimbote is a city on the Northern Coast of Peru. It is home to a prosperous fishing industry.
Chimbote has a modern bus 'Terminal Terrestre' 5 km south of the city. The best lines from Lima are Linea, Cruz del Sur and CIVA, with reclining seats and clean services. A cheaper option is Tres Estrellas.
It is not necessary to leave the 'Terminal Terrestre' to change buses. You need a taxi if you have to go into the City (US$2).
There's a fish cannery in the town, and unfortunately, the whole place smells like it.
Hotel Antonio's, 7th block of Av. Bolognesi. Hotel Felipe, located on Pardo in front of the Plaza de Armas.
On the Plaza 28 de Julio, near the boardwalk. The best hotel in town, it costs around US$60 a night.
Chimbote has a modern bus 'Terminal Terrestre' 5km south of the city. There are frequent buses north & south along the Panamerican Highway. Day buses go to Huaraz via the spectacular Cañon_del_ Pato & Caraz at 08:00 with Turismo Huaraz, or via Casma & Callán Pass, & mainly night buses go via the paved road to Pativilca. You can catch a 06:00 Transportes Linea bus from Trujillo to catch the 08:00 bus from Chimbote up the spectacular Cañon del Pato to Huaraz in the day with TurismoHuaraz.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Chimbote: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 220 V · 60 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Peruvian Sol
PEN · S/.
- Languages
- Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
- Calling code
- +51
- Meal, casual restaurantPEN 45.00≈ $13.00
- CappuccinoPEN 11.00≈ $3.10
- Beer (0.5 l)PEN 16.00≈ $4.60
- Bottled water (1.5 l)PEN 5.10≈ $1.40
- Taxi, 5 kmPEN 32.00≈ $8.90
- Public transport ticketPEN 5.90≈ $1.70
- Mid-range hotel, per nightPEN 380≈ $105
Estimated from Peru’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 54% of US levels.
- Nov 1All Saints Day
- Dec 8Immaculate Conception
- Dec 9Battle of Ayacucho
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
38 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.4 (1985).
How to get to Chimbote
Nearest airports
- CHMFAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales AirportChimbote11 km
- TRUCapitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International AirportTrujillo124 km
- CJAMayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCajamarca216 km
- HUUAlferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHuánuco277 km
- CIXCapitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International AirportChiclayo288 km
- LIMJorge Chávez International AirportLima365 km
Distances
- Lima372 km 6 h 27 · 1 h 08
- Callao367 km 6 h 22 · 1 h 07
- Arequipa1,117 km 19 h 22 · 2 h 05
- Trujillo117 km 2 h 02
- Piura489 km 8 h 29 · 1 h 17
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Hotels in Chimbote
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.
Population history
1993–2022Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Chimbote?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Chimbote is January–December.
What is the weather like in Chimbote in October?
In October, Chimbote averages a high of 22°C (72°F) and a low of 15°C (58°F), with 0 mm of rain on about 0 days.
How warm is the sea in Chimbote?
The sea is warmest in February (about 22°C (71°F)). Swimming season: February–March.
What is the rainiest month in Chimbote?
January, with rain on about 1 days.
What is the nearest airport to Chimbote?
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport (TRU), about 124 km away.
What power plugs are used in Peru?
Plug types A, B, C, 220 V.
What currency is used in Peru?
Peruvian Sol (PEN).
What is the emergency number in Peru?
105.
Is Peru safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country.
When is Chimbote most crowded?
The busiest months are February–June and November–December.
When is Chimbote least crowded?
The quietest months are August.
When is the best time to visit Chimbote without the crowds?
January and July–October: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Chimbote in?
America/Lima (UTC-5).
What is the population of Chimbote?
About 316,966.