Lincoln Had Mild July

Press, Volume CX, Issue 32379, 19 August 1970, Page 15

Lincoln Had Mild July

July was an exceptionally mild winter month at Lincoln according to the meteorological report supplied by Lincoln College. On five days temperatures, of more than 60 degrees were recorded, while another six had temperatures in the high 50s. The coldest day still recorded a temperature higher than 45 degrees. The extreme low of 24.9 degrees, on July 17, was close to normal. Mean temperatures were high, the figure of 44.2 degrees comparing with 1964’s similar figure. However, the mean maximum temperatures were the highest recorded since 1954.

The report says that the month’s temperatures were similar in all respects to those of 1949, with a mean of 44.1 degrees. Rainfall was above average, but the frequency of mild northerly winds caused the highest evaporation, 2.090 in, since 1955, when 2.821 in were recorded. As a result, the soil did not become excessively wet for any length of time. Sunshine was close to the July average. The mild conditions were favourable for growth, the report says. Grass maintained feed for stock, which is wintering well. Cultivations are up to schedule, and crops are making good growth.