Lincoln Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Lincoln can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months,
and mild during the cooler months.
It maintains moderate precipitation patterns.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Lincoln can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in February to a moderate 12°C in the coolest month, July.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 3°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Lincoln experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 671 mm yearly. Precipitation levels in Lincoln remain relatively steady throughout the year. June has the most rain, with 64 mm over 12 days. In February, this drops slightly to 47 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Lincoln serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 7.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 3.9 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 10°C in June to 16°C in January.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Lincoln.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 88%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s to 4 m/s. It is lower in March, April, May, June, July, August and September and higher in January, February, October, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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8 m/s
7 m/s
6 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Lincoln in New Zealand
During the months of January, February, March and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
February has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 12°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 64 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 47 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 238 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
