Historical weather data, all-time temperature records, and monthly climate averages for Lincoln, CA. Explore typical weather conditions by week for trip planning, and see how today compares to the historical record.
Today's date has a notable place in Lincoln's weather history. This foothill town in Placer County sees a wide range of conditions depending on the time of year, with records stretching back to 1991 offering a solid picture of what's typical — and what's not.
Lincoln's all-time temperature range is genuinely extreme: a scorching 115° on July 23, 2006 sits at one end, while a brutal 0° on January 19, 1997 marks the other. That 115-degree span tells you everything about the Sacramento Valley foothills — blistering summers and occasionally savage winter cold snaps.
Lincoln runs hot and dry from late spring through early fall, with average highs climbing from 83° in May all the way to 99° during the last week of July. Winter is mild by most standards, with December and January highs hovering around 57°. If you're planning a visit, April through early June hits the sweet spot — warm but not punishing, and past the wettest stretch of the year.