San Francisco De Borja City

City in Lima region, Peru

In Lima's highlands, San Francisco de Borja presents adobe streets, a colonial parish church and access to mountain trails. Travelers pass through for Andean scenery, local markets selling tubers and to trace rural colonial architecture.

Costs
Very affordable: $25-$50/day
Basic lodging and local meals keep daily costs very low.
Safety
Rural safety varies; stay cautious
Rural safety varies; limited emergency services mean extra caution is wise.
Best Time
Best: May-Oct
Dry season reduces road problems and makes rural travel easier.

Getting around:

Infrastructure & convenience:

Local tips:

Dining:

San Francisco de Borja is a small agricultural town in Lima department where local festivals follow the harvest calendar.
Local Time
1:08 AM
GMT-5
Weather
Overcast 65°F
Overcast
Population
105,076

Why Visit San Francisco De Borja?#

A small town in Peru’s Department of Lima, San Francisco de Borja provides a taste of rural life without straying far from the capital and coastal markets. Local eateries serve fresh ceviche and other Pacific seafood, community calendars often feature patron-saint celebrations with music and processions, and surrounding farmland offers opportunities to observe local agriculture. Travelers looking for a quieter, off-the-beaten-track experience near Lima will find straightforward connections and warm local hospitality.

Best Things to Do in San Francisco De Borja#

Plan Your Visit to San Francisco De Borja#

Dining
Home-style Peruvian food
Local eateries serving home-style Peruvian dishes and fresh produce.
Nightlife
Very limited nightlife
Small bars and community gatherings; nightlife is minimal.
Accommodation
Basic town lodgings
Simple guesthouses and family-run inns with basic amenities.
Shopping
Small local markets
Weekly markets, basic shops, and agricultural vendors.

Best Time to Visit San Francisco De Borja#

Visit San Francisco De Borja in December-March for the warm, sunny coastal-valley weather that makes outdoor exploring and nearby beaches best. From May to October expect cool, humid garúa fog; April and November are short, mild transitions ideal for quieter visits.

Winter

May - October

12-20°C (54-68°F)

Grey, misty garúa dominates; cool days and chilly nights mean layers, limited sun, and dramatic coastal fog that softens the valley’s sights.

Summer

December - March

18-28°C (64-82°F)

Sun-filled days bring heat and low humidity, perfect for wandering orchards and beaches; expect warm evenings, clear skies and noticeably brighter light.

Spring/Autumn

April & November

15-24°C (59-75°F)

Brief transitional months with mild temperatures, some sun and occasional fog - the best compromise for fewer crowds and pleasant walking weather.

Climate

San Francisco De Borja's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in February) and mild winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 13°C to 27°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
MayAprilNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 26°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 26°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

92 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 25°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 22°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.

83 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
14° 21°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain.

83 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 20°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

August

August is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain.

84 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
13° 19°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain.

84 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 20°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 21°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 23°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 24°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

How to Get to San Francisco De Borja#

By Air
By Train & Bus

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Where to Stay in San Francisco De Borja#

Budget

Nearby larger towns / Lima (commute) - S/50-150/night

San Francisco de Borja is a small town; budget travelers typically stay in larger nearby towns or Lima for more options and transit connections.

Budget hospedajes in Lima region - Affordable rooms, basic amenities

Hostels in Department of Lima - Dorms and low-cost stays

Mid-Range

Provincial centers / Lima - S/150-350/night

Mid-range hotels are easier to find in provincial centers or Lima - better rooms, breakfast service, and local tour arrangements for rural visits.

Regional mid-range hotels - Comfortable rooms, local hospitality

Mid-range Lima hotels (when commuting) - More amenities and services

Luxury

Lima / major towns - S/400+/night

Luxury accommodations are centered in Lima; remote rural towns have limited upscale options. Expect full services only in the capital.

Luxury hotels in Lima - Full-service amenities and dining

High-end Lima properties - Top-tier service and location

Best for First-Timers

Lima central - S/150-350/night

First-timers should stay in Lima or provincial capitals for clearer transport links, guided tours, and easier planning before visiting rural districts like San Francisco de Borja.

Central Lima hotels - Good for orientation and tours

Tourist-focused accommodations - Helpful for planning rural excursions

Best for Families

Lima / provincial cities - S/180-380/night

Families benefit from staying in larger towns with apartment-style hotels or family rooms, making day trips to nearby rural areas easier and more comfortable.

Family hotels in Lima - Larger rooms and family services

Apartment hotels for families - Kitchenettes and extra space

Best for Digital Nomads

Lima central - S/150-380/night

Digital nomads should base in Lima for coworking, fast internet, and services; small towns nearby have limited connectivity and coworking facilities.

Business hotels in Lima - Good Wi‑Fi and workspaces

Coworking spaces in Lima - Desks, meeting rooms and reliable internet

Breakdown of cuisine types found across San Francisco De Borja’s restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Chinese
Chicken
Peruvian
Pizza
Seafood
Burger
Regional
Sandwich
Fish
Grill
Chifa
Italian
Coffee Shop
Japanese
Sushi
Juice
Donut
Steak House
International
Fine Dining

Nightlife in San Francisco De Borja#

San Francisco De Borja (Lima region) is a small district; find most nightlife in nearby Lima districts like Miraflores and Barranco. If you’re in-town late, expect modest local bars and family-run eateries-real nightlife hubs are a drive away. Use Lima neighbourhoods for reliable evening options and take official taxis for night travel.

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