Lincoln, ND experiences a continental climate with long cold winters and short hot summers. The average winter temperature is around -9°F while the average summer temperature is around 73°F. Precipitation in Lincoln ranges from 11-15 inches per year and there are an average of 164 days with measurable precipitation annually. Snowfall occurs frequently during the winter months, and the city typically receives about 45 inches of snow per year. Overall, Lincoln experiences a moderate climate throughout the year with four distinct seasons.
Lincoln, North Dakota gets 18 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Lincoln averages 46 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 197 sunny days per year in Lincoln. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Lincoln gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 88 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 84 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 2
Rain: averages 18 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 46 inches of snow a year