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Cambridge, MA Weather on April 12
April 12th in Cambridge, MA typically brings cool spring weather, with average highs around 56°F and lows near 37°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest April 12th was in 2017 (69°F average), while the coldest was 1973 (34°F) — a 35°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 35% of April 12th dates historically, with the wettest April 12th recording 4.7" of rain. The last decade has been 5.6°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on April 12
Planning for April 12th in Cambridge, MA? Bring layers as temperatures can vary throughout the day. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
April 12 Weather Records for Cambridge
- •The all-time record high for April 12th in Cambridge, MA is 88°F, set in 2017.
- •The coldest April 12th on record dropped to 21°F in 1976.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on April 12th in 16 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), April 12th was 8°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 12 ever in Cambridge?
The warmest April 12 in Cambridge, MA reached 88°F in 2017. That is 32°F above the long-term average high of 56°F.
What was the coldest April 12 ever in Cambridge?
The coldest April 12 in Cambridge, MA dropped to 21°F in 1976. That is 16°F below the long-term average low of 37°F.
What is the average temperature on April 12 in Cambridge?
On April 12, Cambridge averages a high of 56°F and a low of 37°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from CHESTNUT HILL.
How many years of weather data are available for April 12 in Cambridge?
We have 55 years of weather records for April 12 in Cambridge, MA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
April 12 Weather History in Cambridge
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 46°F | 33°F | 1.37" | -- |
| 2024 | 61°F | 46°F | 1.4" | -- |
| 2023 | 78°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 64°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 48°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 53°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 53°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 51°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 88°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 62°F | 42°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2015 | 58°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 70°F | 46°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2013 | 50°F | 38°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 2012 | 58°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 72°F | 53°F | -- | -- |
| 2010 | 70°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 43°F | 35°F | 0.91" | -- |
| 2008 | 56°F | 44°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 2007 | 41°F | 35°F | 2.21" | -- |
| 2006 | 69°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 48°F | 33°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2004 | 49°F | 38°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2003 | 44°F | 38°F | 4.7" | -- |
| 2002 | 58°F | 32°F | -- | -- |
| 2001 | 61°F | 43°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2000 | 51°F | 28°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 1999 | 60°F | 38°F | -- | -- |
| 1998 | 62°F | 38°F | -- | -- |
| 1997 | 53°F | 31°F | -- | -- |
| 1996 | 47°F | 39°F | -- | -- |
| 1995 | 53°F | 32°F | -- | -- |
| 1994 | 59°F | 33°F | -- | -- |
| 1993 | 57°F | 44°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 1992 | 36°F | 34°F | 1.12" | -- |
| 1991 | 54°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 57°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 53°F | 25°F | -- | -- |
| 1988 | 45°F | 38°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 1987 | 76°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 54°F | 50°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1985 | 58°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 50°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 51°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 53°F | 26°F | -- | -- |
| 1981 | 70°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 61°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 52°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 51°F | 39°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 1977 | 57°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 58°F | 21°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 53°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 59°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 40°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 44°F | 30°F | 0.46" | -- |
| 1971 | 48°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: CHESTNUT HILL
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Cambridge, MA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.