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Lincoln, NE Weather on May 27
May 27th in Lincoln, NE typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 77°F and lows near 54°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 27th was in 2018 (81°F average), while the coldest was 1992 (50°F) — a 31°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 45% of May 27th dates historically, with the wettest May 27th recording 8.43" of rain. The last decade has been 4.5°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 27
Planning for May 27th in Lincoln, NE? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 27 Weather Records for Lincoln
- •The all-time record high for May 27th in Lincoln, NE is 97°F, set in 2018.
- •The coldest May 27th on record dropped to 37°F in 1992.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 27th in 4 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), May 27th was 10°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 27 ever in Lincoln?
The warmest May 27 in Lincoln, NE reached 97°F in 2018. That is 20°F above the long-term average high of 77°F.
What was the coldest May 27 ever in Lincoln?
The coldest May 27 in Lincoln, NE dropped to 37°F in 1992. That is 17°F below the long-term average low of 54°F.
What is the average temperature on May 27 in Lincoln?
On May 27, Lincoln averages a high of 77°F and a low of 54°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from LINCOLN AP.
How many years of weather data are available for May 27 in Lincoln?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 27 in Lincoln, NE, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 27 Weather History in Lincoln
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 62°F | 53°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2024 | 82°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 85°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 84°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 75°F | 52°F | 2.39" | -- |
| 2020 | 76°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 82°F | 60°F | 1.37" | -- |
| 2018 | 97°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 77°F | 56°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 2016 | 77°F | 60°F | 3.07" | -- |
| 2015 | 83°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 87°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 80°F | 59°F | 8.43" | -- |
| 2012 | 93°F | 65°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2011 | 60°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 85°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 62°F | 52°F | 0.81" | -- |
| 2008 | 61°F | 52°F | 1.3" | -- |
| 2007 | 76°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 91°F | 64°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 2005 | 77°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 83°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 81°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 81°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 82°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 71°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 83°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 87°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 52°F | 48°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 1996 | 61°F | 54°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 1995 | 77°F | 55°F | 2.41" | -- |
| 1994 | 79°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 89°F | 65°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 1992 | 62°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 86°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 74°F | 52°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1989 | 79°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 88°F | 61°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1987 | 69°F | 61°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 1986 | 65°F | 57°F | 0.33" | -- |
| 1985 | 73°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 60°F | 53°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 1983 | 93°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 78°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 78°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 84°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 82°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 73°F | 59°F | 1.02" | -- |
| 1977 | 75°F | 62°F | 2.79" | -- |
| 1976 | 76°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 79°F | 40°F | 0.89" | -- |
| 1974 | 83°F | 52°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1973 | 58°F | 53°F | 1.88" | -- |
| 1972 | 78°F | 62°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1971 | 67°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: LINCOLN AP
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Lincoln, NE, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.