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Lincoln Weather in August

August in Lincoln brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 29°C (84°F) and nights around 17°C (63°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 68 mm (2.7 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Lincoln in August

Rain is expected on roughly 9 days, totalling around 68 mm (2.7 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Lincoln in August

The temperature in Lincoln in August is excellent. Daytime highs reach 29°C (84°F), with nights dropping to 17°C (63°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights drop to around 17°C (63°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Lincoln in August

With approximately 291 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the best months to visit Lincoln.

Lincoln Temperature in August

Min Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
68 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
74% *
Sunshine
291 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
68% *
* Data from: Springfield, the United States of America (45 KM, 28 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Lincoln in August

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Lincoln in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    9/10
  • Cycling
    8/10
  • Walking
    8/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    8/10

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