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Cary, NC Weather on August 12
August 12th in Cary, NC typically brings warm summer weather, with average highs around 87°F and lows near 69°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest August 12th was in 1977 (85°F average), while the coldest was 1989 (64°F) — a 21°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 35% of August 12th dates historically, with the wettest August 12th recording 1.98" of rain. Temperatures on this date have remained relatively stable over the past several decades.
What to Expect on August 12
Planning for August 12th in Cary, NC? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
August 12 Weather Records for Cary
- •The all-time record high for August 12th in Cary, NC is 97°F, set in 1977.
- •The coldest August 12th on record dropped to 58°F in 2008.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on August 12th in 18 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 12 ever in Cary?
The warmest August 12 in Cary, NC reached 97°F in 1977. That is 10°F above the long-term average high of 87°F.
What was the coldest August 12 ever in Cary?
The coldest August 12 in Cary, NC dropped to 58°F in 2008. That is 11°F below the long-term average low of 69°F.
What is the average temperature on August 12 in Cary?
On August 12, Cary averages a high of 87°F and a low of 69°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from CARY.
How many years of weather data are available for August 12 in Cary?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 12 in Cary, NC, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 12 Weather History in Cary
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 81°F | 71°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2024 | 86°F | 72°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2023 | 84°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 87°F | 70°F | 1.42" | -- |
| 2021 | 92°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 86°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 85°F | 68°F | -- | -- |
| 2018 | 87°F | 70°F | 0.26" | -- |
| 2017 | 85°F | 72°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 2016 | 87°F | 73°F | -- | -- |
| 2015 | 84°F | 67°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 2014 | 81°F | 68°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 2013 | 90°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 86°F | 70°F | -- | -- |
| 2011 | 87°F | 69°F | -- | -- |
| 2010 | 94°F | 75°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2009 | 95°F | 71°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2008 | 85°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 83°F | 68°F | -- | -- |
| 2006 | 77°F | 67°F | 0.33" | -- |
| 2005 | 91°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 87°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 85°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 94°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 91°F | 69°F | 1.98" | -- |
| 2000 | 88°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 96°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 87°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 87°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 83°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 89°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 88°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 87°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 93°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 86°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 87°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 67°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 87°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 84°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 93°F | 68°F | 1.42" | -- |
| 1985 | 90°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 85°F | 71°F | 0.14" | -- |
| 1983 | 95°F | 70°F | 0.7" | -- |
| 1982 | 88°F | 69°F | 1.55" | -- |
| 1981 | 90°F | 67°F | 1.62" | -- |
| 1980 | 96°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 92°F | 70°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 1978 | 88°F | 70°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 1977 | 97°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 89°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 90°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 81°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 90°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 80°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 88°F | 68°F | 0.02" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: CARY
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Cary, NC, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.