Lincoln Cathedral
Lincoln, United Kingdom
Lincoln Cathedral is an Anglican or Episcopal cathedral dedicated to Mary. This Grade I listed building is an example of English Gothic architecture and is one of the 124 sights of the United Kingdom listed on this site.
Planning a visit
The weather is warmest in July, when daily highs reach 21 °C. The wettest months are August and October, with about 14 rainy days each. Visitors can reach the cathedral via Humberside Airport, which is 40 km away, or East Midlands Airport, located 69 km from the site. The cathedral is approximately 194 km from London. You can combine a visit here with a trip to Sherwood Forest, which is 36 km away.
Opening hours are Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 16:00, and Sunday from 12:00 to 15:00. Admission prices are £9 for adults, £7.20 for concessions, and £4.80 for children.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 21 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 7 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 18 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 |
| Average low, °C | 2 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 53 | 39 | 47 | 53 | 51 | 59 | 59 | 61 | 58 | 59 | 58 | 54 |
| Rainy days | 12 | 11 | 14 | 9 | 12 | 11 | 14 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 15 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
