Current Weather and Forecast in Lincoln, NE
Nebraska, United States 🇺🇸
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About the weather in Lincoln
Lincoln has a humid continental climate. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 87°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 19°. May brings the most rain, on about 14 days, while June is the sunniest, with 13.0 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 94 days.
Lincoln climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
How much sun does Lincoln get?
9.5 hours a day averaged over the year, peaking in June at 13.0 hours.
When does it rain most in Lincoln?
May, at 5.6 inches (142 mm) over about 14 days. February is the driest month, at 24 mm (0.9 in).
Does it snow in Lincoln?
Yes - about 12 days a year carry measurable snowfall, concentrated November through April.
Which month is coolest in Lincoln?
January, with highs of 36°F (2°C) and lows near 19°F (-7°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to -28°F (-33°C).
How often does it rain in Lincoln?
About 94 days bring measurable precipitation, totalling 31.2 inches (792 mm). That works out at roughly 8.4 mm on an average wet day.
When is Lincoln at its hottest?
July, averaging 87°F (31°C) by day and 69°F (21°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 103°F (39°C).
What is the best time to visit Lincoln?
Aim for September to November and April if you get the choice: these are the warmest and brightest weeks of the year, and highs average 65°F (19°C) against roughly 7 wet days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in September.