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Boston, MA Weather on October 12
Boston's October 12: Record warmth nearly 20 degrees above average
October 12 in Boston shows a significant range across its 55-year temperature record. The city's record high of 80°F set in 1995 towers nearly 20 degrees above the average high of 62°F for this date, while the record low of 37°F in 1979 sits 11 degrees below the typical low of 48°F. This spread illustrates the unpredictable nature of early autumn in Boston, where unseasonably warm days can quickly give way to frosty nights.
What to Expect on October 12
Planning for October 12th in Boston, MA? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 12 ever in Boston?
The warmest October 12 in Boston, MA reached 80°F in 1995. That is 18°F above the long-term average high of 62°F.
What was the coldest October 12 ever in Boston?
The coldest October 12 in Boston, MA dropped to 37°F in 1996. That is 11°F below the long-term average low of 48°F.
What is the average temperature on October 12 in Boston?
On October 12, Boston averages a high of 62°F and a low of 48°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from BOSTON.
How many years of weather data are available for October 12 in Boston?
We have 55 years of weather records for October 12 in Boston, MA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
October 12 Weather History in Boston
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 58°F | 52°F | 0.45" | -- |
| 2024 | 72°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 71°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 75°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 75°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 54°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 58°F | 53°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2018 | 63°F | 51°F | 0.09" | -- |
| 2017 | 58°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 62°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 76°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 59°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 61°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 54°F | 40°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2011 | 62°F | 57°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2010 | 62°F | 49°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2009 | 54°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 65°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 65°F | 47°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 2006 | 73°F | 59°F | 0.39" | -- |
| 2005 | 56°F | 51°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 2004 | 61°F | 49°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 2003 | 59°F | 50°F | 2" | -- |
| 2002 | 58°F | 56°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2001 | 73°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 69°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 62°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 58°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 60°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 56°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 80°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 54°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 54°F | 40°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 1992 | 66°F | 53°F | 0.39" | -- |
| 1991 | 60°F | 47°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1990 | 68°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 65°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 55°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 50°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 56°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 52°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 70°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 66°F | 58°F | 0.65" | -- |
| 1982 | 55°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 52°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 64°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 54°F | 37°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 1978 | 69°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 67°F | 53°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 1976 | 57°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 58°F | 52°F | 0.24" | -- |
| 1974 | 67°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 73°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 61°F | 52°F | 0.47" | -- |
| 1971 | 63°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: BOSTON
How Has October 12 Changed?
The last decade has been 3.2°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Boston, MA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.