Lincoln County Climate
Lincoln County, Mississippi
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
64.4°F
Annual Precip
61.6"
Annual Snowfall
0.0"
Extreme Heat Days
69
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,828
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Climate Advisory: Lincoln County
Climate Verdict
Lincoln County has a warm, averaging 64.4°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 61.6 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 68.9 days annually above 90°F, virtually no measurable snowfall. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 46.7°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 80.3°F. The 34°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Lincoln County closely matches the Mississippi statewide average temperature of 63.9°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Mississippi.
Climate Profile
About Lincoln County Weather
Warm and exceptionally wet
Lincoln County's 64.4°F average annual temperature is much higher than the national median. It is also one of the rainier spots in the country, receiving 61.6 inches of precipitation every year.
Typical Mississippi warmth
The county's 64.4°F average is slightly higher than the state mean of 63.9°F. This aligns Lincoln with the warmer climate profiles of central and southern Mississippi.
Cooler than its eastern neighbor
Lincoln is nearly three degrees cooler than neighboring Lawrence County, which averages 67.2°F. However, Lincoln is much wetter, receiving 61.6 inches of rain compared to Lawrence's 60.4 inches.
Moderate extremes and no snow
While hot, the county records only 69 days of extreme heat, the lowest in this group. Snow is non-existent at 0.0 inches annually, and winters stay mild with a 48.7°F average.
Manage moisture and mild heat
With over 61 inches of annual rain, moisture control and dehumidification are critical for home health. Outdoor planning should account for the 69 days of heat above 90°F during the long summer.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.