Climate Insights for Lincoln
Selwyn District, Canterbury, New Zealand
Climate Overview
The climate in Lincoln is temperate. The average annual temperature is 13°C and approximately 660 mm of precipitation falls per year. Lincoln receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lincoln is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, January, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 4°C.The climate in Lincoln is temperate. The average annual temperature is 55°F and approximately 26 in of precipitation falls per year. Lincoln receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lincoln is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, January, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 40°F.
Temperature
Lincoln sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 4°C to 23°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 7°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Lincoln sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 40°F to 73°F. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 64°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 40°F and an average of 45°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Lincoln is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 660 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 55 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 74 mm of rainfall. December and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 44 mm. That's 29 mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Lincoln is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 26 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 2.9 in of rainfall. December and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1.7 in. That's 1.1 in less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Lincoln is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 13km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Lincoln is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 8mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Lincoln is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 53 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 4°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Lincoln is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.1 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 40°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lincoln based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lincoln based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.