Lincoln weather in February

February in Lincoln averages 41°F by day and 18°F at night, with 0.9 inches of precipitation and 7.1 inches of snow. It is the 10th-warmest and 11th-wettest month of the year here.

LincolnNebraskaPop. 301,522
Average high
41°F+5° vs January
Average low
18°F26 nights below freezing
Precipitation
0.9 in3 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
7.1 in0 days at 90°F+

Is February a good time to visit Lincoln?

February is cold, with highs around 41°F. The most comfortable months overall are June and September.

On February 15 the sun rises at 7:20 am and sets at 6:01 pm, giving 10h 41m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Lincoln in February

  • A winter coat, hat, gloves and warm layers
  • Expect nights below freezing
  • Waterproof boots for snow

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

February nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Lincoln41°F18°F0.9 in
Omaha, NE49 mi39°F19°F1.0 in
Sioux City, IA118 mi34°F15°F0.9 in
Topeka, KS133 mi46°F24°F1.3 in
Lawrence, KS149 mi44°F23°F1.5 in
Kansas City, KS159 mi45°F26°F1.5 in
Kansas City, MO163 mi45°F26°F1.5 in

Warmer places in February

Big cities with comfortable February highs between 68°F and 86°F:

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lincoln in February?

In February, Lincoln averages a high of 41°F and a low of 18°F, with 0.9 inches of precipitation and 7.1 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is February a good time to visit Lincoln?

February is cool to cold in Lincoln, with average highs of 41°F. Pack warm layers.

Does it snow in Lincoln in February?

Yes. February averages 7.1 inches of snow.

Before and after: Lincoln in January and Lincoln in March. All twelve months: Lincoln weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Lincoln Municipal Airport, NE, 4 miles from the city center.