Lincoln (IL) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Lincoln can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 1°C (34°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 18°C (64°F) in July to -8°C (18°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Lincoln experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 999 mm (39 in) yearly. Lincoln can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 129 mm (5.1 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 49 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation spread across 8 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Lincoln Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Lincoln can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.3 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Lincoln.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 78%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year