Ventanilla
Callao · Peru
Ventanilla lies in Callao, Peru. By our climate data, the best time to visit is December–April. The warmest month is February, with average highs of 27°C (80°F); the sea is warmest in February at about 21°C (71°F).
The best months to visit are December–April.
The sea is warmest in February, at about 21°C (71°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): February–March.
February is the hottest month, with highs around 27°C (80°F).
August is the coldest month, with lows around 13°C (55°F).
The wettest month is July, with rain on about 1 days.
March is the sunniest month, with about 6.9 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 52% of places in Peru.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 22°
- Humidity
- 83%
- Wind
- 6 km/h S
- Gusts
- 16 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 100%
- Pressure
- 1011 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:42 / 18:05
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Ventanilla
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 26° | 27° | 27° | 25° | 22° | 21° | 20° | 19° | 20° | 21° | 23° | 24° |
| Average low | 18° | 19° | 18° | 17° | 15° | 13° | 13° | 13° | 13° | 13° | 14° | 16° |
| Sea temperature | 21° | 21° | 21° | 20° | 19° | 18° | 18° | 17° | 17° | 17° | 18° | 19° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Rain days | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 5.9 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 6.9 | 4.6 | 2.1 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 2.2 | 3.5 | 4.6 | 5.6 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.7 | 12.5 | 12.2 | 11.8 | 11.6 | 11.4 | 11.5 | 11.7 | 12.1 | 12.4 | 12.7 | 12.8 |
| Humidity (%) | 83 | 82 | 83 | 84 | 85 | 86 | 86 | 87 | 87 | 85 | 83 | 83 |
| Wind (km/h) | 12 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 13 |
| Go score | 91 | 94 | 95 | 95 | 89 | 79 | 76 | 74 | 76 | 83 | 88 | 91 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Updated: About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Ventanilla, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach & swimming | Poor | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Sightseeing & city walks | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Hiking | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Fair |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Beach & swimming — Good: sea ≥ 24 °C, highs ≥ 26 °C and at most 6 rain days (or under 40 mm of rain in the month). Fair: sea ≥ 21 °C, highs ≥ 23 °C and at most 10 rain days (or under 80 mm).
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Ventanilla: sea water temperature
Wave height: 2.2 m
Swimming seasonFebruary–March
Average sea temperature by month
Festivals and events around Ventanilla
Recurring festivals and celebrations nearby, month by month.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Historic Centre of Lima
World Heritage Site in Peru
Government Palace
seat of the executive branch of the Peruvian Government, and the official residence of the President of Peru
El Paraíso
cultural heritage site in Peru
National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology, and History of Peru
museum in Lima, Peru
Plaza de toros de Acho
cultural heritage site in Peru
Monastery of San Francisco
cultural heritage site in Peru
St. Peter's Church
cultural heritage site in Peru
Buena Vista
archaeological site in Peru
Garagay
cultural heritage site in Lima, Peru
Basilica of Nuestra Señora de la Merced
cultural heritage site in Peru
Chivateros
cave in Peru
Basilica and Convent of Santo Domingo
cultural heritage site in Peru
Ventanilla: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what 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
26 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.3 (1993).
How to get to Ventanilla
Nearest airports
- LIMJorge Chávez International AirportLima16 km
- JAUFrancisco Carle AirportJauja179 km
- HUUAlferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHuánuco243 km
- CHMFAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales AirportChimbote340 km
- AYPAir Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte AirportAyacucho347 km
Distances
- Lima21 km 22 min
- Callao20 km 20 min
- Arequipa784 km 13 h 36 · 1 h 39
- Trujillo467 km 8 h 06 · 1 h 15
- Piura840 km 14 h 33 · 1 h 44
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Hotels in Ventanilla
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
Climate in Ventanilla
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ventanilla?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Ventanilla is December–April.
What is the weather like in Ventanilla in October?
In October, Ventanilla averages a high of 21°C (70°F) and a low of 13°C (56°F), with 1 mm of rain on about 1 days.
How warm is the sea in Ventanilla?
The sea is warmest in February (about 21°C (71°F)). Swimming season: February–March.
What is the rainiest month in Ventanilla?
July, with rain on about 1 days.
What is the nearest airport to Ventanilla?
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), about 16 km away.
What power plugs are used in Peru?
Plug types A, B, C, at 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.
What time zone is Ventanilla in?
America/Lima (UTC-5).