Lima's climate is mild, despite being located in
the tropics and in a desert. Although classified as subtropical, Lima's
proximity to the cool waters of the Pacific Ocean leads to temperatures much
cooler than those expected for a subtropical desert, and can be classified as a
cool desert climate. It is neither cold nor very hot. Temperatures rarely fall
below 12 °C (54 °F) or rise above 29 °C (84 °F) throughout the entire
year. Two distinct seasons can be identified: summer, from December through
April; and winter from June through October. May and November are generally
