Lincoln County Climate
Lincoln County, Wisconsin
Avg Annual Temp
41.4°F
Annual Precip
32.6"
Annual Snowfall
57.9"
Extreme Heat Days
2.9
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Lincoln County Weather
A Classic Northern Interior Climate
Lincoln County averages just 41.4°F annually, a figure far lower than the national median for the United States. This climate reflects a northern landscape where winter weather dominates the annual cycle.
Ranking Below Wisconsin Average Temperatures
Lincoln is one of Wisconsin's cooler territories, sitting nearly three degrees below the state average of 44.4°F. Its 32.6 inches of annual precipitation is roughly two inches less than the statewide average.
Similar to Langlade but Drier
Lincoln mirrors Langlade County's 41.4°F average but remains cooler than central Marathon County’s 43.6°F. It belongs to a northern belt defined by high snowfall and low January temperatures.
Deep Freezes and Pleasant Summers
The county sees 57.9 inches of annual snow and a January average of 12.0°F. Summer brings relief with a 65.7°F average, though temperatures only hit 90°F about 3 days each year.
Focus on Winter Home Protection
Insulated plumbing and high-performance heating are critical for the 15.3°F winter average. Outdoor enthusiasts should stock up on heavy winter gear to handle nearly 58 inches of snow.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.