Lincoln, Massachusetts Weather
Lincoln, Massachusetts — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast, soil and crop conditions for Lincoln, Middlesex County.
Tides, marine forecast and fishing conditions near Lincoln. Tide source:
Full aviation weather for Lincoln is published on the Laurence G Hanscom Field (KBED) page, 5 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 6 airfields within reach of Lincoln have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near Lincoln: Minute Man Air Field (K6B6) 18 km · Boston Logan International Airport (KBOS) 25 km · Norwood Memorial Airport (KOWD) 28 km · Lawrence Municipal Airport (KLWM) 36 km · Hopedale Industrial Park Airport (K1B6) 39 km
Conditions reported at KBED describe the airfield itself. Weather 5 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Lincoln specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
Soil conditions, frost risk and crop weather for Lincoln.
About Lincoln, Massachusetts
Lincoln unfolds as a landscape of gentle hills and verdant woodlands, where the air itself seems to hold a quiet, earthy scent, particularly after a summer rain. It lies 3.1 miles south-south-west of Middlesex, MA (from Middlesex, MA: bearing 204°T), and is situated 4.2 miles east-north-east of South Shore. The terrain here is shaped by the rolling topography of the Massachusetts landscape, offering glimpses of stone walls snaking through mature trees and open fields that catch the low afternoon sun, turning the grass to a burnished gold. The character of Lincoln is one of understated elegance, a place where large, historic homes sit comfortably amongst meticulously maintained properties, suggesting a deep respect for both heritage and the natural world. The rhythm of life here is unhurried, marked by the changing seasons and the occasional hum of a distant lawnmower, a peaceful counterpoint to the ever-present whisper of wind through pine needles. The history of Lincoln is deeply entwined with the agricultural past of Middlesex County, a legacy still visible in the preserved farmsteads and the working farms that continue to dot the landscape, producing everything from fresh produce to artisanal cheeses. This town, established in 1855, has long valued its connection to the land, and its economy, while diversified, still carries the imprint of its agrarian roots. Beyond its farms, Lincoln has become a haven for those seeking a more tranquil existence, attracting residents who appreciate its commitment to conservation and its many acres of protected open space, including parts of the expansive Walden Pond State Reservation, a landmark that resonates with literary and philosophical significance. The spirit of innovation and intellectual curiosity, perhaps a distant echo from nearby academic centers, also seems to permeate the atmosphere, fostering a community that values education and thoughtful engagement.
Live animated radar for Lincoln and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East · Public domain · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | Lincoln, Middlesex County, Massachusetts |
| Coordinates | 42.425928°N, 71.303947°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 01773 |
| Area Code | 339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Lincoln, Massachusetts Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Lincoln, Massachusetts, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Lincoln includes coordinates 42.425928°N, 71.303947°W, situated in Middlesex County. ZIP code 01773. Telephone area code: 339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
