What is today's weather forecast for Lincoln, IL?

Today's forecast for Lincoln shows a low of 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Mostly clear, with a low around 40.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Lincoln, IL?

The 7-day forecast for Lincoln shows highs from 59 to 66 degrees and lows from 33 to 48 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 5 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Lincoln, IL this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Lincoln this week. Precipitation chances: Friday (21% chance), Saturday (32% chance), Sunday (29% chance), Monday (49% chance), Tuesday (49% chance).

How accurate is the Lincoln weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Lincoln forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Lincoln, IL Weather Forecast and Current Conditions (62656)

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

53°F
Feels Like 53°F

Humidity 52% Dew Point 36°F Wind W 9 MPH Gusts 17 Barometer 29.92 in.760.0 mm

Solar Rad 0 w/m2 Visibility 10 mi.

Report from a MADIS/MESONET station 1.5 miles ENE of central Lincoln
at 10:15 PM Tue, Oct 21, 2025

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

53°F
Feels Like 53°F

Humidity 52% Dew Point 36°F Wind W 9 MPH Gusts 17 Barometer 29.92 in.760.0 mm

Solar Rad 0 w/m2 Visibility 10 mi.

Report from a MADIS/MESONET station 1.5 miles ENE of central Lincoln
at 10:15 PM Tue, Oct 21, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

TueOct 21

40°

WedOct 22

60°

34°

ThuOct 23

60°

33°

FriOct 24

60°

43°

SatOct 25

30%

59°

48°

SunOct 26

30%

64°

48°

MonOct 27

20%

66°

48°

7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

High temperatures remain relatively stable through the week, ranging from 59°F to 66°F. Unsettled weather expected with rain likely on at least 4 days.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 4°F below the historical average for October. Normal highs for this period are around 66°F with lows around 43°F.

This Date in Weather History

1987 - Yakutat, AK, surpassed their previous all-time yearly precipitation total of 190 inches. Monthly records were set in June with 17 inches, in September with 70 inches, and in October with more than 40 inches.Twenty-two cities in the eastern U.S., most of them in the southeast states, reported record low temperatures for the date. Morning lows of 30 degrees at Athens GA, 28 degrees at Birmingham AL, and 23 degrees at Pinson AL, were the coldest of record for so early in the season.Showers produced heavy rain in southern California, with amounts ranging up to five inches at Blue Jay. Flash flooding resulted in two deaths, ten injuries, and more than a million dollars damage.

Lincoln 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Tuesday Oct 21

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 40. West northwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Wednesday Oct 22

Day: Sunny, with a high near 60. West northwest wind 14 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.

Night: Areas of frost after 2am. Mostly clear, with a low around 34. West northwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Thursday Oct 23

Day: Areas of frost before 8am. Sunny, with a high near 60. West northwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph.

Night: Areas of frost after 2am. Mostly clear, with a low around 33. North northeast wind 2 to 6 mph.

Friday Oct 24

Day: Areas of frost before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 60. East southeast wind 2 to 6 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Night: A slight chance of rain showers after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 43. Southeast wind around 6 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.