Lincoln weather in January (Illinois, United States of America)
What's the typical weather in Lincoln for January? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.
Temperatures
The month of January in Lincoln typically brings very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season takes place during January. Expect temperatures to climb to 1°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -8°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.
Precipitation
Lincoln in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Plan your events and outings without worrying about rain. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 8 days days of snow/rain.Average sunshine
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 160 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Lincoln. August generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lincoln climate page with graphs.
Lincoln, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-8°C
Max Temperature
1°C
Chance of Rain
27%
Precipitation
49 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
73% *
Sunshine
160 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
53% *
Where to go in the United States of America in January
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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