Lincoln in May
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
24°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
12Rainy days (129 mm)
14:17 hDaylight
06:15Sunrise · 20:31 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.6 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C | -8°C | 24 mm | 5 | – | – | 4.6 |
| February | 5°C | -6°C | 31 mm | 5 | – | – | 5.1 |
| March | 12°C | 0°C | 54 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.3 |
| April | 18°C | 6°C | 91 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| May | 24°C | 12°C | 129 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.2 |
| June | 29°C | 18°C | 108 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 32°C | 20°C | 88 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.1 |
| August | 30°C | 19°C | 80 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.5 |
| September | 26°C | 14°C | 71 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| October | 19°C | 7°C | 64 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.7 |
| November | 11°C | 0°C | 41 mm | 5 | – | – | 6.4 |
| December | 4°C | -6°C | 34 mm | 4 | – | – | 5.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Lincoln in May?
Daytime highs average 24°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Lincoln?
The best months are September, October, August, June.